Property Counsel

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About the Role: As Property Counsel (Acquisitions) you will support the property function of the legal team through providing assistance with all types of property transactions from the acquisition, renewal and upgrades/alterations of sites through to managing the service of statutory notices and issuing claims where required to protect the estate. There will be a substantial element of legal supplier management involved as well as finance control and innovation to the legal process. Also emphasis on providing dedicated legal support to the Acquisition project. You will be aligned with the demand leads of the Acquisition team and will be responsible for managing a volume of transactions and litigious matters with legal suppliers, reporting directly into the Senior Property Counsel within the Legal & Compliance Team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Rapidly build upon knowledge of telecoms leases within the role, given Cornerstone’s agreements are centered around the Electronic Communications Code (2017). Prior experience of the Code would be advantageous.
• Assist with the management of these transactions through weekly counsel sessions with our legal suppliers and acquisition ADMs, reporting on the same and providing front line support to legal escalations arising in this space.
• Gain a thorough comprehension of the statutory process pursuant to the Electronic Communications Code and LTA 1954; to be able to advise on the correct course of action from serving statutory notices, dealing with pre-claim matters and the issue of proceedings to unlock problematic sites.
• Update a number of internal systems at various points throughout the transaction or litigious process, ensuring relevant milestones are claimed, notes on case status are kept up to date and relevant parties are informed as to matter progress.
• Regularly check-in with senior members of both the Acquisition and Legal & Compliance Team and provide updates on how various transactional work-streams are progressing.
• Manage relationships with our legal suppliers to ensure that workstreams are instructed and dealt with in a manner and at a cost that is satisfactory to Cornerstone.
• Organise and attend meetings with suppliers, collaborate with the wider team and record minutes, and provide legal training to other factions within the business.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• A qualified solicitor with experience in commercial property and litigation from a well-regarded city / regional firm.
• A background in practicing Commercial Property Law.
• A robust understanding of Landlord/Tenant law.
• A keen eye for detail, as well as an enthusiastic and proactive approach.
• Be a collaborative team player with excellent organizational skills.
• Responsive and approachable; able to build strong working relationships.
• Ability to make decisions quickly.
• Good commercial awareness with ability to deliver clear advice.
• Ability to communicate effectively using a variety of formats with colleagues and others outside the business.
• Ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• 2-3 years’ PQ experience in commercial conveyancing transactions, particularly relating to landlord and tenant matters.
• Experience with litigious matters under the Electronic Communications Code and LTA 1954.
• Experience working within a busy in-house legal team.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and an excellent bonus structure.
• 30 days holiday.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Hybrid working.
• Life insurance.
• Cycle to Work.
• Retail Discount.
• Competitive refer a friend scheme.
• Private Healthcare Insurance.

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is fundamental to our success. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered. By embracing unique perspectives and experiences, we drive innovation and drive our organisation forward, therefore, we recognise the importance of welcoming applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We want to ensure everyone is able to present their best self throughout the recruitment process so if you require any adjustments, please let us know.

If this role is of interest to you and you would like to find out more, please do apply with an up to date version of your CV.