Job Description

Location: Manchester area, hybrid working available
Rate: 50-55 p/h DOE
Contract: 9 months with view to extend

About the Role:
We are looking to recruit a Principal Property Solicitor to join a dynamic team, working on an exciting range of property legal matters for several Manchester based Councils. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a challenging, supportive environment, handling high-quality and varied property work, with a focus on public sector legal services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake property legal work across a variety of areas including acquisitions, disposals, development agreements, long leases, transfers, and school academy leases.
• Provide expert legal advice on residential and commercial estate management matters.
• Handle right to buy sales, leasehold enfranchisement, and other relevant property law areas.
• Ensure that the legal requirements for each case are met, offering high-quality, practical advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Work alongside a talented, friendly, and supportive team, contributing to both individual and team success.
• Manage complex property matters while ensuring timely, high-quality service delivery.

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent legal professional) with significant experience in property law.
• Proven experience in managing complex property transactions and legal issues, particularly in public sector or local authority contexts.
• Strong understanding of residential and commercial property law, including development agreements, estate management, right to buy, and leasehold enfranchisement.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage with a variety of clients and colleagues across both councils.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing a varied workload and balancing competing priorities.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality legal services with a focus on outcomes.