Lawyer - Property (PO3 – 5)
London Borough of Lambeth
Role
Who You Are
You are an experienced legal professional with a specialization in property law, including residential and commercial conveyancing, development agreements, and landlord and tenant matters. You possess a wealth of knowledge and experience in legal work, ideally within a local government setting. You are committed to providing high-quality, cost-effective legal advice and support, and you are dedicated to meeting performance targets while upholding the Council's Equal Opportunities Policies.
What the Job Involves
This role involves supporting the Senior Property Lawyer in delivering high-quality property-related legal advice and an advisory property and regeneration service. You will handle a variety of legal matters, including drafting agreements, preparing orders and notices, and advising committees. You will keep abreast of changes in legislation and case law, participate in corporate projects, and supervise trainees. You will also play a role in recruiting staff and ensuring performance targets are met, while maintaining effective relationships with client departments.
Skills
- Thorough knowledge of property law
- Experience in residential and commercial conveyancing
- Proven report writing and committee experience
- Advanced proficiency in Word and Excel
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams
- Strong integrity and ethical standards
- Politically astute and culturally aware
- Effective communication and influencing skills