Senior Solicitor (Property) - Runnymede (Local Authority role)

Qualified solicitor role, current practising certificate and SRA number are mandatory requirements.

Role:

• To provide advice, transactional work and drafting for commercial property matters (Wayleaves, Easements, Leases, Lease renewals, Management Work, Disposal etc), Open Spaces, community assets and some Housing matters (Right to Buy, Shared Ownership, Acquisition, Lease Extension etc) and issuing the First Homes Scheme certifications. Drafting legal implications in Committee reports pertaining to properties. To be a mentor and support to more junior/other members of the team.
• The position is supervised by the Principal Property Solicitor and the Interim Deputy Corporate Head of Law and Governance and assisted by the Legal Assistant (who mainly deals with Housing matters). 
• Attendance days to be discussed with the Interim Deputy Corporate Head of Law and Governance but will generally be flexible.

Job Activities:

1. Undertake the general work of a local government solicitor as directed from time to time in particular:
2. To carry a caseload of legal work, working independently/minimally supervised, within the lawyer’s specialism and to be responsible for completing all aspects of the task in accordance with good legal practice and client service.
3. To manage the relationship with external legal advisors appointed in connection with provision of legal advice related to Runnymede Borough Council.
4. To instruct Counsel when appropriate or advised and to assist Counsel in the presentation of cases to the Court when necessary.
5. To undertake a range of specific tasks as directed by the Interim Deputy Corporate Head of Law and Governance .
6. To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as may be allocated from time to time. 
7. To actively contribute towards the continual improvement of the service and make effective use of case management systems.
8. Drafting reports to members and committees and attending meetings during office hours.

If you have any questions about this role or wish to apply, please contact isobel@deekay.co.uk who will respond at the earliest convenience.