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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy local authority in Haywards Heath. Are looking for a Property Solicitor to join their organisation.
 
Job Role: Property Solicitor
Temporary or Permanent: Temp
Possible End Date: 6 Months Minimum (possible extension)
Location: Haywards Heath
Office Based/Hybrid: TBC
Rate of Pay (Umbrella and Inside IR35): Negotiable

Short Brief/Requirement:

• Provision of legal advice, representation, and assistance across the Council to Members and staff colleagues as well as at public meetings where required.
• Understand the role of Legal Services and contribute to the delivery of the Legal Team’s Service Plan and the Council’s Corporate Plan.
• Contribute to the delivery of a high quality and cost-effective legal service.
• Be a trusted adviser to Members and colleagues in all specialist knowledge areas, and at all levels of the organisation.
• Manage an ongoing legal caseload.
• Represent the Council at legal proceedings, including advocacy where required.
• Undertake continuing professional development as required and maintain an up-to-date knowledge of all relevant legislation and case law.

Job Requirements:

• Fully qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive/Relevant professional qualification
• Working knowledge of managing matters in the area of specialism
• Working within a local government legal team.
• Membership of other relevant professional bodies (Desirable)

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to tareeq.smith@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact Tareeq on 020 3854 4911 to discuss further.

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