£53,460.00 - £59,944 per annum plus 10% market supplement

Winchester City Council is seeking a proactive Senior Property Lawyer to 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 the Senior Property Lawyer within 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 the Senior Property Lawyer role 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!
For further information about the role and requirements please see the Job Description.

Closing date: 4 September 2026
Interview date: To be confirmed

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