Full time | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom Posted On 15/04/2026 Job Information Legal / Security / Law City Addlestone Province Surrey Postal Code KT15 Job Description 6 Month Contract With A local Authority Purpose of the Role This role is for a qualified solicitor with a current practising certificate and valid SRA number (SRA Roll number preferred on CV). You will provide legal advice, drafting, and transactional support across a broad range of commercial property matters, including:

Wayleaves and easements Leases and lease renewals Property management work Property disposals Open spaces and community assets

You will also support selected housing matters, such as:

Right to Buy Shared ownership Acquisitions Lease extensions First Homes Scheme certifications

Additional responsibilities include contributing legal input to committee reports and mentoring junior team members. Key Responsibilities

Manage a varied caseload independently, ensuring high standards of legal practice and client service Provide specialist legal advice within your area of expertise Draft legal documentation and reports for committees and Members Attend and support committee meetings during office hours Instruct and liaise with Counsel where appropriate Manage relationships with external legal advisors Support and mentor junior colleagues Contribute to continuous service improvement and effective use of case management systems Undertake additional duties as directed by the Interim Deputy Corporate Head of Law & Governance

Requirements

Qualified solicitor of England & Wales Valid SRA number (SRA Roll number preferred on CV) Substantial post-qualification experience in commercial property law Leases and lease renewals Easements and wayleaves Property disposals and acquisitions Experience working within local government or public sector (or strong understanding of public sector frameworks) Experience advising on open spaces and community assets

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