At a Glance
- Tasks: Handle diverse property matters and support the Legal Services Team.
- Company: Join Exeter City Council's collaborative and supportive Legal Services team.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse workforce committed to inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in local government and shape best practices.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with property law experience.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
About you
You will be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a proven track record of dealing with Property matters. You will be an experienced and confident legal professional with previous experience in dealing with all aspects of commercial conveyancing, together with excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage your own caseload. Ideally you will have experience in working in local government and a knowledge of contract or planning law would be advantageous, although this is not essential.
About the role
This post presents a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a motivated lawyer to bring their ability and passion to the Legal Services Team. You will handle a varied caseload of property related matters and respond in a timely manner to client instructions to deal with the Council’s commercial and residential estate. You will also support other team members as appropriate. We will give you the opportunity to apply and develop your skills in the context of a high-profile authority. We are particularly dedicated to the professional development of our legal team and career progression.
About the team
You will be joining Exeter City Council’s Legal Services team, working within a collaborative and supportive Property Planning and Non-contentious team supervised by the Team Lead Property Planning and Non-contentious in delivering legal services to the Council. Working within the Corporate Resources directorate, you will be part of a service that values professionalism, integrity, and continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to contribute to service development, help shape best practice, and play a key role in resolving some of the most significant legal issues facing the Council and the communities it serves.
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements – we offer flexible hours and hybrid working subject to service requirements.
- A generous annual leave entitlement of 24 days (pro-rata), rising on 5 and 10 years’ service, plus public holidays.
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) – one of the best employer contribution rates.
- A Cycle to Work scheme.
- Continuing professional development opportunities.
- An Employee Assistance Programme which helps supports employees with workplace changes and challenges as well as other work, family and personal issues.
Our commitment
At Exeter City Council we are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. To support this commitment we will strive to implement reasonable adjustments to support any members of our communities who face barriers in recruitment processes, irrespective of the reason. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
Property Lawyer in Devon employer: Exeter City Council
Exeter City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment within its Legal Services team. With a strong commitment to professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a generous benefits package, including a Local Government Pension Scheme and ample annual leave, employees are empowered to thrive while making a meaningful impact in the community. Join us in shaping best practices and addressing significant legal challenges in a high-profile authority that values integrity and continuous improvement.
