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In-house Property Solicitor

Oxfordshire Permanent £70,000 - £80,000 per year View Job Description
An experienced Senior Legal Counsel is sought to lead legal strategy and ensure compliance across all operations, with a strong focus on real estate and residential development. This is a pivotal role supporting the organisation's ambitious growth and sustainability goals.
  • Join a purpose-driven organization in housing.
  • Take on a strategic legal role with influence

About Our Client

Our client is a forward-thinking property developer with a strong leadership team and ambitious growth targets, they offer a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Job Description

  • Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with business and regulatory needs.
  • Provide legal guidance on land acquisitions, development, joint ventures, and forward sale deals.
  • Review, negotiate, and manage contracts and legal documents.
  • Advise internal teams including HR, Commercial, and Planning.
  • Monitor legal and regulatory changes and ensure compliance.
  • Identify and mitigate legal risks across the business.
  • Manage legal disputes and external counsel relationships.
  • Support corporate governance and liaise with the Company Secretary.
  • Integrate legal strategies with the organisation's environmental sustainability goals.
  • Maintain quality standards in legal operations.



The Successful Applicant

  • Qualified solicitor with 5+ years' PQE, specialising in real estate and residential development.
  • Strong knowledge of property law and construction-related legal matters.
  • Proven experience in complex real estate transactions and negotiations.
  • In-house experience and corporate governance knowledge are desirable.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Passion for sustainability and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
  • Hybrid working environment
  • A collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven work environment.
  • Opportunities to grow with a company committed to sustainability.
  • The chance to make a real impact in the future of housing.
Contact
Stacey Graham
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6748982
Phone number
+44 118 933 7035

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Property / Construction - In House
Sector
Property
Location
Oxfordshire
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Stacey Graham
Consultant phone
+44 118 933 7035
Job reference
JN-052025-6748982