Senior Property Solicitor

Full time Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Posted On 15/04/2026

Job Information

Legal / Security / Law

City Addlestone

Province Surrey

Postal Code KT15

Job Description 6 Month Contract With A local Authority

Purpose of the Role

This role is for a qualified solicitor with a current practising certificate and valid SRA number (SRA Roll number preferred on CV). You will provide legal advice, drafting, and transactional support across a broad range of commercial property matters, including:

• Wayleaves and easements
• Leases and lease renewals
• Property management work
• Property disposals
• Open spaces and community assets

You will also support selected housing matters, such as:

• Right to Buy
• Shared ownership
• Acquisitions
• Lease extensions
• First Homes Scheme certifications

Additional responsibilities include contributing legal input to committee reports and mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload independently, ensuring high standards of legal practice and client service
• Provide specialist legal advice within your area of expertise
• Draft legal documentation and reports for committees and Members
• Attend and support committee meetings during office hours
• Instruct and liaise with Counsel where appropriate
• Manage relationships with external legal advisors
• Support and mentor junior colleagues
• Contribute to continuous service improvement and effective use of case management systems
• Undertake additional duties as directed by the Interim Deputy Corporate Head of Law & Governance

Requirements

• Qualified solicitor of England & Wales
• Valid SRA number (SRA Roll number preferred on CV)
• Substantial post-qualification experience in commercial property law
• Leases and lease renewals
• Easements and wayleaves
• Property disposals and acquisitions
• Experience working within local government or public sector (or strong understanding of public sector frameworks)
• Experience advising on open spaces and community assets