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Job summary
A local government agency is seeking a part-time Property Lawyer (18 hours per week) to join their Legal Services team. This role involves providing high-quality legal advice on various property matters, managing a diverse caseload, and supporting junior colleagues. Ideal candidates will be qualified solicitors or barristers with strong experience in property law, particularly in the public sector. Join a collaborative team and work on meaningful projects that positively impact local communities.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience in property law, ideally within local government or public sector.
- Current practising certificate required.
- Ability to manage a high-volume caseload.
Responsibilities
- Deliver legal advice on property law and related matters.
- Manage a caseload of property transactions and issues.
- Draft and negotiate legal agreements.
Skills
Education
Job Title : Lawyer (Property) Part Time (18 hours per week)
Service : Democracy, Law and People
Team : Legal Services & Information Governance
Location : The Burys, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1HR and Millmead House, Guildford, GU2 4BB
Reporting to : Principal Lawyer (Property)
Responsible for : Supporting Paralegal, Apprentices and Assistants
We are looking for an experienced Property Lawyer to join our Legal Services team, supporting both Waverley Borough Council and Guildford Borough Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse range of property-related legal matters and contribute to projects that make a real difference in our communities.
You will provide high-quality legal advice and transactional support across all property matters, including housing, Right to Buy, shared ownership, and other areas of council business. The role involves both contentious and non-contentious work, attending committees and working groups, and advising officers and members at all levels.
- Deliver timely, accurate legal advice on property law and related matters.
- Manage a varied caseload, including property transactions and housing-related issues.
- Draft, review, and negotiate legal agreements, notices, and other documents.
- Attend council committees and working groups, providing legal guidance (including occasional evening meetings).
- Prepare cases for court, inquiries, or hearings and represent the council or instruct external counsel.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and case law.
- Support and mentor junior colleagues within Legal Services.
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate.
- Strong experience in property law, ideally within local government or public sector.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
- Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and prioritise effectively.
- Strong communication skills and ability to build trusted relationships.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
- Work on meaningful projects that impact local communities.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits package.
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