Are you a skilled commercial property lawyer looking for a new opportunity to make a meaningful impact? Join our Legal Services team at County Hall and help shape the future of Lancashire’s property portfolio.

As a Commercial Property Lawyer, you will:

• Manage a complex caseload involving all aspects of commercial property work.
• Provide technical legal advice to internal clients and stakeholders.
• Draft and negotiate complex legal documents for a wide range of property transactions.
• Advise on law and practice relating to the structure of transactions and commercial property law.
• Apply legal knowledge to support the council’s strategic objectives while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

What we're looking for:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives, or equivalent with a current practising certificate with developed experience in commercial property law.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Excellent research and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently.
• Knowledge of local government and public law is desirable.

If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Fiona Jewsbury (Fiona.Jewsbury@lancashire.gov.uk) or James Rowell (James.Rowell@lancashire.gov.uk) for more information. 

Why join us?

By joining Lancashire County Council, you can shape the career path that is right for you with the opportunity to gain personal and professional qualifications, coaching and mentoring – Lancashire County Council really is the place where you can have the career you've always wanted.

In return for your passion and expertise, we also offer a generous benefits package which includes:

• A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions and optional Additional Voluntary Contributions.
• A great holiday entitlement of 26 days annual leave, which rises with length of service. You will also be entitled to 8 Bank Holidays, 2 additional statutory Bank Holidays, and have the option to buy additional leave each year.
• Our staff discount scheme in partnership with Vivup allowing you to access discounts with a range of UK retailers, saving on everything from weekly food shops to white goods and cars.

Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.

Closing date: 3 August 2025
Interview date: W/c 11 August 2025

For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below.