Associate - Local Government Property
Application Deadline: 4 September 2026
Department: Property
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Birmingham
Description
Are you an Associate ready to develop your property expertise in a varied caseload? You will manage diverse property matters, drafting and negotiating key documents. You will support Local Authority clients across transactions. You will join a collaborative team delivering high-quality legal services.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage property transactions
- Draft and negotiate legal documents
- Advise on governance and SDLT
- Handle exchange and completion
- Review title searches
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- 2–4 years’ PQE
- Property law experience
- Local authority exposure
- Strong drafting skills
- Attention to detail
Benefits
- Birmingham, located roles; newly refurbished office in the City centre with an on-site café and free use of gym facilities
- For Manchester vacancies, City Central site with newly refurbished facilities
- Hybrid working
- 25 days holiday, 2 gift days at Christmas
- Opportunity to give back with 3 days available for social purpose volunteering
- All IT equipment and support for effective home working
- Excellent development training programme and opportunities to grow sector expertise
Associate - Local Government Property employer: Anthony Collins
Anthony Collins is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for Paralegals in the Birmingham Local Government Team. With hybrid working options, a refurbished office, and access to a gym, employees enjoy a healthy work-life balance while benefiting from 25 days of holiday and ample training opportunities for professional growth.