Locum Property Lawyer – Remote Working – up to £50 per hour – East Midlands
Venn Group’s specialist legal team are recruiting for a Commercial Property Lawyer to join a Local Authority based in the East Midlands.
This is a Maternity Cover assignment offered for an initial duration of 4 - 6 months with the possibility of extension thereafter dependent upon performance. This role will be offered on an all remote basis however this is a position that can be worked on an Agile basis if preferred.
Ideally the client would like someone to take on the position on a full time basis however part-time candidates will also be considered.
This role is suitable for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with recent experience carrying a full and varied Property Caseload that has been gained within Local Government. A strong working knowledge of commercial property matters and regeneration project support is mandatory
Duties may include:
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Advising landlord clients in relation to a range of issues related to Commercial Property lettings , including but not limited to forfeiture, peaceable possession and potentially recovery of rent arrears
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Facilitating multiple regeneration projects taking place across the borough and beyond
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Completing a range of commercial property matters including sales, purchases, leases, and landlord and tenant related issues.
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Dealing with Landlord and tenancy issues and disputes
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Working to recover vacant possession of premises which may involve debt recovery proceedings
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Carrying out all necessary advisory work to support the Council, Cabinet and Committee meetings
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Managing a varied Property portfolio including auction properties and a number of industrial estates located across the region, retail units, offices, education and leisure venues
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Dealing with freehold and leasehold disposals
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Drafting and negotiating freehold transfers, deeds of surrender and investigation licenses
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Working closely with the Council’s Property Services Team in order to proactively co-ordinate and manage a large number of instructions
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Drafting Commercial Property related statutory notices and representing Commercial Property landlord clients in County Court forfeiture proceedings and completing all paperwork required
The position offers an hourly rate of up to £50 per hour dependent upon levels of experience.
Please apply for this role online or contact Will Pardoe or Connie Ross via phone or email for further information.
0121 616 0660
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Locum Commercial Property Lawyer – Remote Working – up to £50 per hour – East Midlands