Service Care Legal are recruiting on behalf of a highly reputable London Borough Council who are seeking a Senior Property Lawyer to join their team on a contract basis. Please find below further details with regards to this role and requirements.

Job Title: Senior Property Lawyer
Location: South London
Rate: £50.00 to £60.00 per hour
Contract Type: Initial 6 months with scope for extension

Please note that this position would be predominantly home working with occasional office attendance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and representation on property law, including acquisitions, disposals, leases, licenses, and property management.
• Manage property transactions, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.
• Collaborate with various departments and external partners to support the Council's property portfolio.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks related to property transactions.
• Develop and implement property law policies and procedures.
• Offer training on property law to ensure compliance across the Council.
• Handle a varied caseload efficiently and accurately.

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives with significant experience in property law.
• Proven experience in property law within local government or the public sector.
• Strong knowledge of commercial and residential property transactions, land acquisition and disposal, leases, licenses, and property litigation.

If this Senior Housing Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on 01772 208969, or email Lloyd.stanley@servicecare.org.uk. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.