Property Lawyer

Overview

In this role you will manage a complex commercial property caseload and provide technical legal advice to internal stakeholders. You will draft and negotiate a range of property documents while advising on transaction structure and property law. Your work supports the council’s strategic objectives and governance. This is a chance to shape Lancashire’s property portfolio within a collaborative public-sector team and contribute to long-term service delivery.

Pay / Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• 26 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Bank Holidays and additional statutory Bank Holidays
• Staff discount scheme with Vivup
• Opportunity for personal and professional qualifications, coaching and mentoring
• Salary pro rata to hours

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload covering all aspects of commercial property work
• Provide technical legal advice to internal clients and stakeholders
• Draft and negotiate complex property documents for various transactions
• Advise on transaction structure and commercial property law
• Apply legal knowledge to support strategic objectives while ensuring policy compliance
• Support cross-functional teams on property-related matters
• Assist in developing and maintaining governance and compliance procedures
• Engage with stakeholders to manage risks and outcomes
• Contribute to continuous improvement of legal services and processes

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives, or equivalent with a current practising certificate
• Developed experience in commercial property law
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Excellent research and analytical abilities
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently
• Knowledge of local government and public law (desirable)

• Strong communication
• Analytical mindset
• Independent work capability
• Drafting of complex legal documents
• Negotiation of property transactions
• Legal advisory on transaction structure

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