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Permanent Property Lawyer

London Borough Council

£50,646 - £55,710

Hybrid Working Arrangement

We are helping our London Borough client find a Property Lawyer with at least 2 years of post qualifying experience to join their friendly and supportive team. This role covers commercial conveyancing and/or residential conveyancing and/or regeneration advice.

What’s the role?

We require someone with experience in property law in both residential and commercial conveyancing with knowledge of local government and administrative law. To provide legal advice and assistance efficiently and expeditiously. To provide advice, guidance and direction to more junior staff in the team.

What’s in it for you?

Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Season ticket and bicycle loans
• A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
• Supportive staff networks

What we’re looking for in a Property Lawyer.

You will need to be able to work under pressure and with initiative. You will work positively and imaginatively in conjunction with other staff to promote the Council's policies and deal with issues in a progressive way. You will have the ability to give clear and concise advice on the telephone, in meetings and in correspondence, and be able to draft non-routine correspondence and documentation. You will need to be able to assess priorities and meet conflicting deadlines.

Location

The successful Property Lawyer will be required to attend the office at least twice per week in South London.

If you are interested in applying or would like a confidential chat please contact Rayhaneh Tehrani in our Manchester office.

We are currently partnering with a Local Government, who are recruiting for a locum Commercial Property Solicitor whilst they advertise for the permanent position which you will be invited to also apply for.

This is a full-time position, with our client looing to interview and start the successful candidate as soon as possible.

Local government experience is essential for this role, however our client can be flexible on the rate, willing to look at both junior and senior candidates.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Managing a varied caseload of complex commercial property matters with a particular focus on development, regeneration and property transactions
• Assisting the team with overflow work on right to buys
• Advising on trust and charity landwork
• Drafting and negotiating contracts, transfers and leases
• Advising clients on governance
• Providing advice to internal and external stakeholders

Experience required:

• Must be a qualified Solicitor/Barrister/CILEX
• Experience required in a Local Government Setting

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Experience with IKEN

Rewards and Benefits:

• Office presence once a fortnight
• Compressed Hours

Working hours:

• 35 hours per week
• Monday – Friday

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

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Job title: Property Lawyer

Location: Leeds

About the job: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Property Lawyer to join a growing Property Law team. The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload, representing clients in a range of disputes from pre-action stages through to trial and enforcement.

In addition, this an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to broaden their experience dealing with both Commercial & Residential Property.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate property titles to verify legal ownership and identify any encumbrances, liens, or restrictions
• Prepare and review contracts, sale agreements, lease agreements, deeds, and other legal documents related to property transactions
• Provide legal advice to clients on property laws, zoning regulations, land use, and rights and obligations related to property ownership or tenancy
• Oversee the legal aspects of buying, selling, leasing, or transferring real estate, ensuring all processes comply with local laws
• Represent clients in negotiating terms and conditions of property deals to protect their legal and financial interests
• Ensure all property transactions comply with local, state, and federal laws, including environmental and planning regulations
• Handle legal disputes related to property boundaries, landlord-tenant issues, easements, or breaches of contract, including litigation if necessary
• Work alongside surveyors, real estate agents, financial institutions, and local authorities to facilitate smooth transactions
• Manage the registration of property ownership and transfer documents with relevant land registries or governmental agencies
• Advise on legal aspects of commercial leases, land development, and real estate investment

Required Skills and Experience:

• 4+ years Fee Earning experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure
• Commercial awareness and client-focused approach
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills

Salary: £65,000 per annum

Property Lawyer – Manchester / Hybrid – Up to £40,000 + bonus

This position is for an award-winning, people focused conveyancing specialist which offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and flexible working options. Not only that, they offer support, development and progression opportunities.

If you are looking for more than ‘just a job’ and want to work in a friendly, supportive, and social working environment, this could be the one for you!

What’s in it for you

• Annual salary £0,000 to 0,000 DOE
• Uncapped bonus
• 5 day working week, working no more than 37.5 hours per week
• Core hours are 9am – 5:30pm, however the office is open, 8am – 7pm Mon – Fri, 9:30am-4:30pm on Sat, and 10am-3:30pm on Sunday so will be working on a rota
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional day accrued for every year of service, capping at 25 days
• Company Pension
• Group Life Assurance
• Hybrid working - 3 days in the office

What you’ll be doing

• As a Property Lawyer, you have a mixed caseload of Freeholds and Leaseholds
• Managing on a day to day basis a caseload which includes all aspects of the conveyancing transaction from instruction to completion, registration and closure of the file
• Drafting legal documents including Standard Precedent Letters, Contract Packs, Title Reports, Exchange and Completion letters, general correspondence, and Land Registry and HMRC forms
• Applying for searches to include Land Registry and Pre-Completion
• Complete SDLT forms

What you will have

• Previous experience in managing a conveyancing caseload
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Residential Conveyancing
• Knowledge of Case Management Systems and Microsoft Office especially Word, Excel, and Outlook

Property Lawyer All Levels Considered
Location: New Office in Swansea
Work Type: Full-Time | Hybrid

Are you looking for a fresh opportunity in residential property law with a strong local presence and a genuinely supportive environment?

A well-established, forwa rd-thinking law firm is seeking Property Lawyers to join their expanding team at a brand-new office. This is a rare chance to become part of.

Property Lawyer Fully Remote | £28,000 £50,000 + Bonus + Benefits

TSR Legal are currently working with a leading name in residential conveyancing that is setting the standard for customer care, technical expertise, and innovation. This award-winning, forward-thinking firm is looking to expand its remote team with experienced PropertyLawyers who want to work in a flexible, supportive environment .

TSR Legal have been instructed on two excellent opportunities by a respected conveyancing firm in Bristol who are looking to bring on board experienced residential conveyancers on a fully remote basis.

The client

Headquarted in Bristol with conveyancers working across the region, the firm have an outstanding approach to client care, with fee earners having full case ownership from instruction to com.

Your new firm
Our client is a specialist law firm based in Devon, dedicated to supporting education providers nationwide. They are currently seeking a recently qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their growing team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an ambitious and purpose-driven firm, contributing to its development in line with a clear and values-led strategic vision.
Your new role
We're offering a great opportunity for a Property Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a growing and forward-thinking law firm. This is a fee-earning role and involves supporting a range of Commercial Property matters. You'll work closely with a collaborative team, running a caseload of your own files, reviewing titles, drafting documents, and liaising with clients. The firm places strong emphasis on training, career development, and delivering high-quality service, with scope to take on more responsibility as you progress.

What you'll need to succeed
You'll need relevant legal qualifications and practical experience in property law - ideally with Commercial Property experience, though experience in Residential Property would be considered. Experience of supporting clients in the Education sector would be a distinct advantage.

To thrive in this role, you should be confident managing your own caseload where appropriate, opening case files, and providing cost estimates to new clients. You'll be expected to conduct title reviews, draft and negotiate leases and transfers, and accurately record time in line with firm policy. A solid grasp of property processes and legal documentation is key, alongside a proactive, adaptable mindset that reflects the firm's values and commitment to high-quality client service.

What you'll get in return
This is a meaningful opportunity to join a growing property team within a values-led firm that specialises in supporting the education sector. With a strong social purpose at its core, the firm offers a chance to contribute to work that makes a genuine impact on schools and communities.

You'll enjoy a healthy work-life balance, a supportive environment, and flexible working arrangements - ideal for full or part-time Property Lawyers based in the Southwest or considering a move to the region.

What you need to do now
If you are interested in this role or are looking for further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

If this job isn't right for you but you are looking for a new job, please feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion on your career.

We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.

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We are working with a local authority's growing legal team in the West Midlands who are looking for an experienced locum commercial property lawyer to join their team!

The work would require someone to be able to hit the ground running and get to grips with a broad range of commercial property matters, as such prior local authority/public sector experience is required.

The role:

• 20 hours per week
• 6 month initial contract, with the option to roll-over
• Rate: 50-60ph depending on candidate experience
• Must have prior and extensive local authority experience
• Must have experience with CPOs, acquisitions, disposals, and lease extensions.

If this is of interest to you, or anyone you know, please contact David Harrop on (phone number removed) or reach out to me on LinkedIn

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