Property Solicitor

Our client, based in Greater Manchester, is currently recruiting for a locum Senior Property Solicitor on an initial 3-month contract.

The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis, and the hourly rate is negotiable depending on candidate experience & expectations. The role can be conducted remotely, but any successful candidates will need to attend to collect their equipment.

The ideal candidate will have minimum 10-15 years PQE, and significant experience with Local Government property law.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Managing and advising on a caseload of highly complex commercial property and development matters on behalf of the local authority
• Leading on property disposals, acquisitions, sales and leaseback arrangements, ensuring transactions align with the authority’s strategic and commercial objectives
• Providing expert legal advice on major development projects, working closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and developers
• Drafting, negotiating, and completing a wide range of commercial property documentation, including agreements for sale, leases, development agreements, and ancillary documents
• Advising on and apply complex tax provisions relevant to commercial property transactions, including VAT, SDLT, and other associated tax considerations
• Ensuring all transactions comply with local government law, governance requirements, and best value obligations

Experience required:

• Experience required in Local Government
• Significant experience dealing with complex commercial property matters
• Experience dealing with development matters and projects
• Qualified Solicitor with significant PQE, will also consider CILEx qualified candidates

Working hours:

• 35 hours per week
• Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

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

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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