Commercial Property Solicitor

Commercial Property Solicitor – Rhyl Salary £58,900 Location: St Asaph & Hybrid Working Hours: 37 hours per week Work Pattern: Monday Friday Job purpose: As our Commercial Property Solicitor, you will play a pivotal role in supporting ClwydAlyn by providing expert legal advice and assistance in property-related law. Collaborating closely with our Development, Asset, and Affordable Homes Teams, your work will directly contribute to our mission of \”together to beat poverty.\” While housing experience is desirable, we value your personal alignment with our mission and the unique perspective you can bring to the role. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and enthusiastic individual who is eager to expand their expertise and grow within a values-led organisation. In this role, you will: Lead and Manage: Oversee and provide guidance to our Property Solicitor, offering mentorship and support. Triage Legal Matters: Act as the first point of contact for legal queries, determining whether cases should be handled internally or referred externally. Budget and Contract Management: Manage the legal budget and act as the contract manager for our external solicitors, ensuring efficient and effective use of resources. Develop Expertise: Enjoy the freedom to explore new areas of legal practice and further develop your knowledge to benefit both yourself and ClwydAlyn. This role offers the chance to make a real impact within a supportive and purpose-driven team, contributing to meaningful change in our communities. Qualifications: Qualified Commercial Property Solicitor holding a current and valid practicing certificate with at least 5 years post qualified experience. ================================================================= Core Functions 1. Legal Advisory and Compliance: o Provide expert in-house legal advice and support on all aspects of property and land law, including contentious matters. o Ensure compliance with relevant constitutional, legal, and regulatory frameworks governing Housing Associations. 2. Property and Land Transactions: o Manage and oversee a broad spectrum of property-related matters, including acquisitions, disposals, leases, conveyancing, and planning queries. o Draft, review, and finalise legal documents such as construction contracts, service charge agreements, and property repair agreements. 3. Leadership and Development: o Provide line management to the Property Solicitor, fostering professional growth and ensuring compliance with legal standards. o Develop the skills of internal officers across the organisation to enhance their understanding of property law and related issues. 4. Stakeholder Collaboration and Budget Management: o Build and maintain relationships with internal teams, external solicitors, and other partners to achieve shared objectives. o Act as contract manager for external solicitors and oversee the management of the Legal Budget. Key Responsibilities Property Law Expertise: o Handle property sales, purchases, leasehold and freehold transactions, re-mortgages, and staircasing arrangements. o Address land-related issues, planning queries, compliance matters, and property repair or investment issues. o Conduct due diligence for conveyancing transactions and draft necessary legal documents. Specialist Legal Support: o Advise on landlord matters including No Access for compliance reasons. o Manage property related challenges. Knowledge Development and Training: o Disseminate critical legal knowledge within the organisation to foster a knowledge-focused culture. o Identify legislative and regulatory changes impacting the organisation and design proactive solutions to address them. External Collaboration: o Work with external partners to address emerging issues in Social Housing, developing collective strategies and solutions. Team Management: o Supervise and coach the Property Solicitor, ensuring high-quality service delivery and compliance. o Promote a supportive and values-driven team environment. Budget Oversight: o Manage the organisations legal budget effectively, balancing cost-efficiency with quality service provision. Commitment to Values: o Uphold and reflect ClwydAlyns core values of trust, hope, and kindness in all professional dealings. ================================================================= ClwydAlyn, established in 1978, is a Registered Social Landlord managing over 6,500 homes across North and Mid-Wales. With a dedicated team of around 800 staff, we operate in counties including Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Isle of Anglesey, Powys, and Wrexham, providing a diverse range of housing solutions to meet various community needs. At ClwydAlyn, we pride ourselves on creating a friendly, inclusive, and values-driven workplace where every team member is supported and empowered to thrive. As a Commercial Property Solicitor, you will play a key role in our mission of \”together to beat poverty,\” helping to create stronger communities across North Wales through expert legal guidance and support. Youll find a collaborative and supportive environment where your skills are appreciated, and your growth is prioritised. Our dedicated Learning and Development team is here to ensure you have access to tailored training, career advancement opportunities, and mentorship to help you expand your expertise and achieve your personal goals. Y our role as a Commercial Property Solicitor offers the chance to work on meaningful projects that directly impact lives, from managing property portfolios to supporting development and affordable housing initiatives. You\’ll enjoy the autonomy to innovate while having the resources and backing of a passionate team that shares your commitment to making a difference. We also recognise the importance of work-life balance and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being. This includes up to 8% pension contributions and access to a range of initiatives designed to enhance your health and financial security. At ClwydAlyn, we dont just offer a job; we provide an opportunity to be part of a team where your work has a tangible, positive impact on peoples lives. By joining us, youll contribute to projects that deliver affordable food, warm homes, and thriving communitiesall while being valued and supported every step of the way. If youre looking for a role where you can grow professionally and make a real difference, ClwydAlyn is the place for you. Together, we can achieve extraordinary things. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £58,900.00 per year Benefits: Bereavement leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Employee mentoring programme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Flexitime Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Work from home TPBN1_UKTJ