Locum Commercial Property Solicitor - In-House
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- England,East Midlands,Northamptonshire
- Full Time, Permanent
- Salary negotiable
Job Description:
Our client, a well-established national charity, is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join their in-house legal team on a temporary basis in Northampton, Northamptonshire.
This role will lead on complex commercial property matters across a varied portfolio, supporting key stakeholders and ensuring the effective management of transactional and contentious property issues.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead on acquisitions, disposals, leases, renewals, and other complex property transactions
• Draft and negotiate a wide range of legal and transactional documentation
• Advise internal stakeholders on property-related legal matters
• Provide advice and representation on property litigation matters
• Manage matters relating to the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, including notices and lease renewals
• Negotiate lease extensions and resolve disputes with landlords and third parties
• Act as a key legal advisor to internal teams and senior stakeholders
• Liaise with external parties including landlords, agents, and legal representatives
• Support the Head of Legal, including mentoring or supervising junior team members where required
• Identify and manage medium to high-risk legal matters
• Conduct legal research and present findings clearly to stakeholders
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the legal function
Requirements / Skills / Experience:
Essential:
• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate
• Significant experience in commercial property law, including both transactional and litigation matters
• Strong working knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
• Proven ability to manage complex legal issues and risk
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Desirable:
• Experience working within an in-house or public/charity sector environment
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior legal staff
Package / Benefits:
• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunity to work on a varied and high-value property portfolio
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
This role will lead on complex commercial property matters across a varied portfolio, supporting key stakeholders and ensuring the effective management of transactional and contentious property issues.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead on acquisitions, disposals, leases, renewals, and other complex property transactions
• Draft and negotiate a wide range of legal and transactional documentation
• Advise internal stakeholders on property-related legal matters
• Provide advice and representation on property litigation matters
• Manage matters relating to the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, including notices and lease renewals
• Negotiate lease extensions and resolve disputes with landlords and third parties
• Act as a key legal advisor to internal teams and senior stakeholders
• Liaise with external parties including landlords, agents, and legal representatives
• Support the Head of Legal, including mentoring or supervising junior team members where required
• Identify and manage medium to high-risk legal matters
• Conduct legal research and present findings clearly to stakeholders
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the legal function
Requirements / Skills / Experience:
Essential:
• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate
• Significant experience in commercial property law, including both transactional and litigation matters
• Strong working knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
• Proven ability to manage complex legal issues and risk
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Desirable:
• Experience working within an in-house or public/charity sector environment
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior legal staff
Package / Benefits:
• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunity to work on a varied and high-value property portfolio
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Job number 3715517
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Company Details:
Clear IT Recruitment Limited
Company size: 5–9 employees
Industry: IT
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