Locum Property Lawyer

Locum Property Lawyer - 10-18 hours per week - Remote Working - Up to £55 per hour (Umbrella) - Initial 3+ months

Venn Group's specialist legal team is currently recruiting for a Locum Property Lawyer to join a well-regarded Local Authority on an interim basis. This fully remote opportunity offers excellent flexibility and the chance to work within a supportive and friendly legal team.

Key Details:

Hours: 10-18 hours per week

Rate: Up to £55 per hour Umbrella

Working Arrangement: Fully remote working

Contract Length: Initial 3+ months, with likely extensions

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of property agreements, including leases for football clubs and industrial premises
• Managing and advising on a suite of leases connected to development projects and regeneration schemes
• Providing legal support and guidance on Right to Buy matters, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation
• Preparing and advising on licences to occupy and other ancillary property documentation
• Drafting and negotiating wayleave agreements and easements
• Delivering pragmatic and commercially focused property law advice to officers and stakeholders
• Supporting the wider legal team with a range of local authority property matters as required

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive (or equivalent) with experience of Commercial Law
• Experience working within Local Government or the Public Sector is desirable
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders and teams

Job Reference: J95971

For more information, or to apply for the role, please contact Louise Franics or Phoebe Maries on or email

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates.

Due to the high volume of applications, it is impossible to provide feedback for every applicant. If one of the team has not contacted you within 48 hours, please assume your application has been unsuccessful in this instance.

Locum Property Lawyer - 10-18 hours per week - Remote Working - Up to £55 per hour (Umbrella) - Initial 3+ months