Property Lawyer in Stoke-on-Trent

Directorate: Resources

Section: Legal, Governance and Customer Services

Location: Civic Centre

Grade: Level 12

Salary: £45,091 - £48,226 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

This advert is open to both Internal and External applicants.

About us: We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke‑on‑Trent City Council is more than just a job, it’s about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision. Stoke‑on‑Trent City Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke‑on‑Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high‑quality services that our residents need.

The Role: We have an exciting opportunity for a Licensed Conveyancer or Fellow of CILEX to join our Regulatory, Corporate and Property Team to undertake an effective and efficient wide‑ranging land and property based legal service. You will handle a diverse caseload including commercial conveyancing, property disputes, high‑value sales and purchases, leases, licences and loans. This is a fixed‑term opportunity for 6 months for a Property Lawyer who will take responsibility for a diverse range of predominantly property files, with a Local Government flavour.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support senior leaders including the Principal Solicitor, Head of Service and Director to ensure our legal services meet the Council’s business needs and customer requirements in line with strategic objectives.
• Deliver efficient and effective legal support to the Council, Committees and Departments.
• Stay ahead of legislation and local authority issues, providing clear advice and guidance to Members, officers and corporate bodies on complex legal matters, ensuring compliance with procedures and the law.
• Provide timely, practical legal advice to elected Members, officers and partners on the Council’s functions.

About You: A high level of understanding and awareness of the legal environment. Work confidently within legal processes, applying strong political awareness to foster effective relationships. Experience in drafting a range of legal documentation relevant to the role. Ability to work independently to manage own caseload to meet deadlines along with excellent organisational skills.

What we offer: A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent. Hybrid and flexible working options. Generous annual leave starting at 28 days plus bank holidays. An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme. Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes.

If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Chris Parry.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: At Stoke‑on‑Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.