Grade/Salary ME15 £56,058 - £60,393 per annum plus annual reviewable £4k Market Supplement payment and £3k Welcome payment
Founded in 2011, the South London Legal Partnership (SLLP) is the in-house legal service for the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames and the London Boroughs of Merton, Richmond upon Thames, Sutton and Wandsworth.
SLLP is committed to being a high performing in-house shared legal service which plays an essential part in the achievement of the priorities and objectives of our five local authorities for the benefit of their communities.
The partnership has 150-160 staff and an annual turnover of £14 million. Over 1 million people are represented by the constituent councils we serve. Operating at scale has enabled us to recruit and retain excellent staff and provide a consistently high standard of service to our five Boroughs.
This opportunity is suitable for lawyers who currently specialise in commercial property. The role is suitable for a commercial property solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 2 years PQE but will consider NQ+. We are looking for individuals who are real team players, self-motivated and flexible and able to work to tight timescales. You should be able to demonstrate good experience of managing a diverse workload relating to commercial property asset management e.g. sales, purchases, leases, licence etc, good understanding of land title matters and relevant legislation relating to property transactions. Local authority experience is desirable not essential
SLLP’s Vision & Values include a commitment to improving services through the development of our staff in an inclusive and supportive environment. We are based in Southwest London and offer a wide range of flexible working options, including hybrid working with one day working in the office and have developed a number of health and well-being initiatives over the years.
The £3,000 welcome payment is only applicable to new employees to Merton Council.
Further information can be found at South London Legal Partnership | (join-sllp.com)
Interviews to take place on Tuesday 17th November 2026
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Commercial Property Lawyer employer: Merton Council
Merton Council is an outstanding employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where you can make a tangible impact on local governance and community regeneration. With a strong commitment to employee development, we provide ample opportunities for growth and professional advancement, alongside a collaborative culture that values innovation and strategic thinking. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of our community.
