Property Lawyer

Local Authority - North Wales
Contract Type: 3 months initially
Rate: £40-£50 - Negotiable DOE

A local authority based in North Wales are looking to bring in an experienced Property Lawyer to help their Legal Services team due to a peak in workload. This role involves handling a non-contentious caseload, providing expert legal advice on property, procurement, and contract law, and supporting key council priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and draft documentation for property transactions, procurement, and contract law matters.
• Advise on freedom of information requests related to legal practice.
• Represent the Council in tribunals, hearings, mediations, and inquiries when required.
• Deliver training within areas of expertise and support junior staff and trainees.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support a collaborative, one-council approach.
• Ensure high standards of legal practice, engage in continuous professional development, and attend relevant training

Key Requirements:

✔ Qualified Solicitor, CILEX Lawyer, or Barrister with a current practising certificate
✔ Minimum 2 years' post-qualified experience in one or more of the following areas: procurement law, property transactions and Construction contracts.
✔ Strong drafting, negotiation, and advisory skills with excellent attention to detail
✔ Experience with procurement challenges, property litigation, or project management (desirable)

About Spencer Clarke Group

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

When you join us, you will receive:

• Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities
• Free DBS checks
• Post Placement Aftercare
• Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals

If you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Max using the contact details below:

01772 954200

We also offer a market leading referral scheme of up to £250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to email their CV to Max and remember to include your details as well.

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