Property Solicitor (Local Authority) – Part-Time, Remote/Hybrid

Location: Remote, Hybrid, or Office-Based
Rate: Up to £50 per hour
Duration: 4–6 months
Hours: 22 hours per week over 3 days

We are looking for an experienced Property Solicitor to join a busy local authority legal services team. This is a great opportunity for a motivated and skilled legal professional with solid property law experience to take on a diverse caseload covering both residential and commercial property matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handling commercial property portfolio and residential transactions.
• Advising on statutory residential property matters and Council charges.
• Managing lease renewals, title queries, and Land Registry processes.
• Advising on local government law in relation to property development.
• Managing your own varied caseload in compliance with Lexcel standards.
• Providing legal support on land, property, and highway matters.
• Attending meetings and advising client departments as required.

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with current practising certificate.
• Significant post-qualification experience in property law.
• Previous experience working with or for a local authority.
• Residential and commercial property experience essential.
• Comfortable managing a high-volume caseload part-time.
• Willingness to take on tasks outside of usual specialism if needed.
• Strong drafting, communication, and advisory skills.
• Experience with case management systems and MS Office.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of highways and planning law.
• Use of Iken or similar legal case management systems.

What’s on Offer:

• Flexible working – remote, hybrid, or in-office options available.
• A collaborative team and supportive manager.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful local government work.