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Locum Senior Property Lawyer

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Douglas Scott

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Location:
United Kingdom, Birmingham

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Category:
Legal

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Contract Type:
Not provided

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Salary:

50.00 - 65.00 GBP / Hour

Job Description:

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment is hiring a Locum Senior Property Lawyer for a Housing Legal team. This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham, requiring 2 office days weekly. The position involves managing complex property casework, issuing leases/licenses, supervision of junior legal staff, and advising stakeholders.

Job Responsibility:

  • Managing complex casework from start to finish, particularly in relation to property ownership/title/freehold and leasehold issues
  • Proven experience in residential and commercial property law with a solid understanding of the processes and requirements involved
  • Maintain a log of leasehold interests and report back on enfranchisement opportunities
  • Issue new leases or interim licences, LFAs, variations or terminations
  • Additional Ad Hoc advice and drafting in relation to wayleaves, easements, rights and potential acquisitions/disposals of properties
  • Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders
  • Supervision of junior legal assistant's work

Requirements:

  • 5-9 years PQE Solicitor or Legal Executive with no upper limit
  • Qualified Solicitor, CiLEX, or equivalent in England and Wales
  • Strong knowledge of property law and its application
  • Proven experience advising at a senior level while dealing with a high case load
  • Relevant Housing sector experience desirable but not essential

Nice to have:

Relevant Housing sector experience

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 05, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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