Senior Commercial Property Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Telford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional consultancy is seeking a Senior Commercial Property Solicitor to manage a varied caseload within a collaborative legal department. Offering up to £58 per hour, this role provides the flexibility of remote work and the opportunity to contribute to significant local authority projects. Ideal candidates will be qualified solicitors with 3+ years in commercial property and a strong understanding of local authority frameworks.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with active practising certificate in England and Wales.
• Minimum 3 years' PQE in commercial property.
• Strong understanding of local authority legal frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload of local authority property matters.
• Draft and negotiate leases, licences, and agreements.
• Provide legal advice on council-owned assets.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor

3+ years' PQE in commercial property

Understanding of local authority legal frameworks

Ability to work autonomously

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Senior Commercial Property Solicitor, telford

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Client:

Panoramic Associates

Location:

telford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Commercial Property Solicitor (Locum) - Up to £58/hr - Remote - South East

Panoramic Associates is working with a South East-based local authority that is seeking to appoint a Locum Principal Property Solicitor to join their legal services team. This role offers a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact position within a collaborative and well-regarded legal department.

• Role: Principal Property Solicitor (Locum)
• Rate: up to £58 per hour (DOE, umbrella)
• Contract: Initial 3 months, rolling
• Hours: 26-37 hours per week (flexible, part-time or full-time)
• Working Pattern: Can be offered remote
• Start Date: ASAP - ideally within the next 2-3 weeks

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage a complex and varied caseload of local authority property matters independently
• Draft and negotiate leases, licences, transfers, agreements, and other legal documentation
• Handle commercial lease management, property disposals, appropriations, and development agreements
• Provide legal advice on council-owned assets, including housing stock, charitable property, and community-use sites
• Deal with CPSC inquiries and assist in matters under s123 of the Local Government Act 1972
• Support colleagues across the property legal team

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Solicitor with an active practising certificate in England and Wales
• 3+ years' PQE in commercial property
• Strong understanding of local authority legal frameworks, including the Local Government Act
• Ability to work autonomously and prioritise a busy caseload with minimal supervision

? Interested? If you want to discuss the role and day to day duties in more detail, please click apply and/or please contact Georgia Macmenemey on 077488889497 or email