At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a review of charity-related property deeds and ensure compliance with the Charities Act.
- Company: Local Authority in the West Midlands with a commitment to community service.
- Benefits: Competitive pay of up to £65 per hour and valuable legal experience.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while enhancing your legal expertise.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor or equivalent with experience in Property Law and Charity Law.
The predicted salary is between 65 - 65 £ per hour.
Locum Property Lawyer - West Midlands - Full Time - Initial 3+ months - Up to £65 per hour umbrella
Venn Group's specialist legal team are currently recruiting for a Locum Property Lawyer to join a Local Authority in the West Midlands on an interim basis.
This is an opportunity to work with an established Local Authority to lead and deliver a structured, robust review of the Council's charity related property deeds including determining the charitable status of charitable gifts of land and property.
The role will ensure that Council is ready to properly discharge its duties as trustee or custodian trustee, maintain full compliance with the Charities Act and deliver a clear understanding of the Councils charitable land and property holdings.
Role Details
Working Arrangement
Full-time, with Office Attendance required due to nature of work
Rate
Up to £65 per hour umbrella
Start
- As soon as possible
- Role Responsibilities
- Undertake examination of historical deeds, conveyances, trust instruments and related documents.
- Determine the nature of legal title (charitable trust, implied trust, restricted purpose, or non-charitable).
- Identify and analyse donor intent, gift conditions, covenants, restrictions and trust structures.
- Make clear, evidencebased determinations regarding each property's status and classification.
- Lead the endtoend review in line with the agreed methodology and where applicable in collaboration with the Improvement Recovery Programme team.
- Manage, prioritise and track property files.
- Coordinate with internal services to source missing or supplementary documentation or information.
- Maintain accurate digital records and ensure a complete trail for all the analysis.
- Proactively engage with the Improvement Recovery Programme team to review outcomes and align with strategic direction.
- Make recommendations and suggestions for submissions to HM Land Registry and or Charity Commission filings, including charity registration and trustee updates.
- Advise where necessary on compliance obligations for properties held on charitable trust.
- Produce clear data and or written reports summarising legal findings for each charitable donation
- Assist in updating and maintain the Councils property registers and Fixed Asset Register.
- Maintain Progress Tracker and provide regular progress updates.
- Contribute to risk assessments and governance recommendations for the Council's charitable estate.
- Candidate Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive (or equivalent) or Legal Officer/Senior Paralegal with significant experience in Property Law and Trusts and Charity Law
- Working independently to manage the review process and providing clear, structured updates on findings, data progress, and registration status to relevant stakeholders.
- Experience in analysing complex historical deeds or title documentation.
- Demonstrable ability to produce clear legal reasoning and written reports.
- Ability to manage complex caseloads and project milestones.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Venn Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes app
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