Legal Counsel - Property - NQ-2 PQE

Basingstoke Permanent £50,000 - £58,000 per year View Job Description
The position of Legal Counsel - Development is an opportunity to contribute to a not for profit organisation by providing legal advice and guidance on a range of property matters.
  • Rare in-house opportunity for a property lawyer.
  • Great work life balance and an opportunity to work in the NFP space.

About Our Client

Our client is a prominent not-for-profit organisation, with a significant presence across England. They strive to provide high-quality housing services to those most in need.

Job Description

  • Understanding the title, planning and all other relevant documents and advising on all areas of property law relating to new build developments and existing residential properties.
  • Carrying out legal work required for asset management of a shared ownership property portfolio, including staircasing of shared ownership leases, dealing with repossessions of shared ownership leases, and acting on assignments of shared ownership leases.
  • Carrying out legal reviews of title, planning, estate documents, and drafting contracts and transfers.
  • Carrying out legal work relating to the strategic asset management of the businesses property portfolio.

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'Legal Counsel' should have:

  • To hold a valid Practising Certificate (or equivalent).
  • 0-2 years + PQE working within a law firm, in-house legal department, housing association or local authority.
  • Strong understanding of Landlord and Tenant law and substantial experience of drafting residential leases
  • Experience of working with Developers is desirable



What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary with a range of £50,000-£58,000.
  • Hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days in the office.
  • 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, with an extra day every year up to 30 days.
  • The chance to work in a rewarding sector and make a real difference in the community.



Contact
Stacey Graham
Quote job ref
JN-012025-6647718
Phone number
+44 118 933 7035

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Commercial
Sector
Not For Profit
Location
Basingstoke
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Stacey Graham
Consultant phone
+44 118 933 7035
Job reference
JN-012025-6647718