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Senior Commercial Property Solicitor
Job summary
A legal recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Commercial Property Solicitor (Locum) to join a local authority's legal services team in Bristol. The role offers the flexibility of remote work and a competitive rate of up to £58 per hour. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with at least 3 years' PQE in commercial property law and a strong understanding of local authority legal frameworks.
Qualifications
- Must have active practising certificate in England and Wales.
- Strong understanding of local authority legal frameworks required.
- 3+ years of PQE in commercial property law necessary.
Responsibilities
- Manage complex local authority property caseloads independently.
- Draft and negotiate leases, licences, and legal documents.
- Provide legal advice on council-owned assets.
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Client:
Panoramic Associates
Bristol, United Kingdom
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22.08.2025
06.10.2025
Senior Commercial Property Solicitor (Locum) - Up to £58/hr - Remote - South East
Panoramic Associates is working with a South East-based local authority seeking a Locum Principal Property Solicitor to join their legal services team. This role offers a high-impact opportunity 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: Remote work available
- Start Date: ASAP - within the next 2-3 weeks
Core Responsibilities:
- Manage complex local authority property caseloads independently
- Draft and negotiate leases, licences, transfers, agreements, and legal documents
- Handle commercial lease management, property disposals, appropriations, and development agreements
- Provide legal advice on council-owned assets, including housing stock, charitable property, and community sites
- Address CPSC inquiries and assist under s123 of the Local Government Act 1972
- Support colleagues within the property legal team
Requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor with an active practising certificate in England and Wales
- 3+ years' PQE in commercial property law
- Strong understanding of local authority legal frameworks, including the Local Government Act
- Ability to work independently and manage a busy caseload with minimal supervision
If you're interested, please click apply or contact Georgia Macmenemey at 077488889497 or via email for more details.
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