Property Legal Officer

Property Legal Officer – Temporary (3 months) – £22.36 per hour – London/Hybrid

All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.
Are you a skilled legal professional looking for an exciting short-term opportunity to apply your expertise in property law? A leading Local Authority is searching for a Property Legal Officer to provide essential support to their Planning and Property team at their West London office.

Why this role?

Make an Impact: Play a key role in shaping property-related legal decisions that affect communities.
Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a balance of office and remote work (2-3 days on-site in Hammersmith).
Competitive Pay: £22.36 per hour with the opportunity to gain valuable local government experience.

What You\’ll Do:

As a Property Legal Officer, you’ll prepare key legal documents and provide expert legal advice across various areas, including: Right to Buy, lease extensions, and collective enfranchisement Licences for alterations, discount market sales, and private sector leasing Certificates of compliance, routine acquisitions, and registration procedures
You\’ll manage cases from start to finish, handling all matters from inception to post-completion while collaborating with clients and stakeholders.

What We\’re Looking For:

If you have legal expertise and a passion for property law, this could be the perfect role for you! The ideal candidate will have: A Law degree or equivalent qualification Knowledge in some of the areas listed above, with a willingness to expand expertise Local government experience (preferred but not essential) An understanding of Local Government law and a desire to develop skills in Planning, Highways, or Licensing Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal Strong organizational abilities – able to prioritize and work independently
If you\’re ready to contribute your skills in a meaningful way, apply today! Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted