Job Description

\xc2\xa349,590 per annum plus benefits

Swindon Borough Council have introduced a new pay and reward model from 1 September, this new rate is still subject to review and may change

Our Legal Service is growing! Giving legal advice that gets results. Getting better with you.

At Swindon Borough Council, we want our town to be the best it can be. Our ambitious vision is supported by realistic transformation programmes, with the people of Swindon at their heart. Because that\xe2\x80\x99s who we\xe2\x80\x99re doing it for \xe2\x80\x93 the communities and businesses that make our town great. As part of the Council, you\xe2\x80\x99ll support a friendly local authority making decisions with real impact. It\xe2\x80\x99s all for better public services. Better processes. And a better quality of life, for everyone. Join us, and Swindon will be better with you.

We now have opportunities for a Senior Property Solicitor level to join our Property Legal team.

Utilising skills and experience gained within a similar position, you will report to the Head of Property and Litigation and be responsible for your own caseload covering a wide range of property matters.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

Your next role
Ideally, you will be an experienced property specialist who is able to provide legal support to the Council in property matters.

You will support the Council in a broad range of property matters including drafting leases, Finance Agreements, Options Agreement, Pre-emptions Agreements, Wayleaves, Easements and all documentation relating to commercial conveyancing and advising on commercial property law issues and be able to advice on property related matters on major regeneration projects. The role will involve handling a varied caseload of Property matters, as well as providing legal advice and support to clients, committees, members and senior officers. You will also support and mentor less experienced colleagues.

About you
We are looking for an experienced practitioner with at least five years\xe2\x80\x99 experience who possesses a strong background in property law. You will arrive at solutions through analytical ability and thorough research, and show tenacity and strong interpersonal skills necessary to build effective working relationships and establish credibility with clients and colleagues. You\xe2\x80\x99ll also be capable of working with limited support and supervision.

You must be fluent in the English language (as a requirement of Part 7 of the Immigration Act \xe2\x80\x9cfor the effective performance of a customer-facing role\xe2\x80\x9d).

Your next package
Please see our offer for more details.

As an employee, you will receive a diverse and exciting environment in which to work, encouraging creativity and innovation whilst recognising the need to support ongoing personal development and a flexible work life balance.

For Swindon to thrive in the future, we need to lay the foundations now. It\xe2\x80\x99s why our regeneration and transformation programmes are already underway. So, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be joining us at an exciting time on our journey. We\xe2\x80\x99ll look to you to share your knowledge, influence decisions and drive real, positive change. With your contributions, we\xe2\x80\x99ll achieve our vision of a prosperous, re-vitalised Swindon together. And you\xe2\x80\x99ll be proud to say it was made better with you.

Your next steps
For further information about the role please contact Bhavna Patel at

If you are experiencing technical issues submitting your application please email resourcing@swindon.gov.uk

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early so early applications are encouraged.

Closing date: 27 September 2023

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

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