Senior Property Lawyer in Hampshire

Work Location: Winchester City Council Offices Contract Type: Permanent/Full time (37 hours per week) Closing Date: 4 September 2026 Interview date: To be confirmed Please note this post is subject to a 10% Market Supplement, subject to experience. Winchester City Council is seeking a proactiveSenior Property Lawyerto join our Legal Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide range of property matters that support the Council’s strategic goals, including regeneration projects and affordable housing initiatives. About us: Working as theSenior Property Lawyerwithin our Legal Services department, you’ll join a professional, friendly and inclusive team who are committed to providing an excellent service. We are employers who develop talent, encourage innovation and offer a supportive and flexible working environment. What we are looking for: You will be successful in theSenior Property Lawyerrole if: You have an innovative and commercial approach to ensure the delivery of a high quality in-house legal service. You are able to work as part of a team, be flexible, enthusiastic and committed. You have demonstratable experience of providing legal advice and support in local authority or a comparable organisation, applying the legislation, guidelines, regulations, code of practice and industry standards. You have supported asset purchase and disposal, landlord and tenant issues, and affordable housing schemes. Why Join Us: We offer an excellent package of benefits including: Hybrid-working (50% in the office, 50% at home – after first 3 weeks in office) Employer paid health cash plan Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes 26 days annual leave per year rising to 33 days - dependent on length of service 13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements) Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave Free parking (during work hours) at any Winchester Park and Ride Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme Discounts at a range of major high street brands and the two leisure centres in the district Season Ticket loans Excellent working environment Support for continuous professional development Contact details for an informal discussion: Karen Murphy, Commercial Law Manager via email (KMurphy@winchester.gov.uk) Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to work in the Winchester District! Please note this is a politically restricted post. For further information, please contact the HR Recruitment Team - HRRecruitment@winchester.gov.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr