Job Details
Job Description – Property Solicitor
Location: Rugby Town Hall (Hybrid)
Hours: 21 hours per week over 3 days (Monday in office; Friday non-working)
Duration: 3 months initially
Rate: £50 per hour (umbrella)
IR35: Inside
Start Date: ASAP
Category: Lot 11 – Legal
Role Purpose
The Property Solicitor will provide high-quality legal advice and transactional support across a wide range of property matters for Rugby Borough Council. The role involves managing a varied caseload independently, delivering clear legal guidance to internal departments, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and council policies.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of property matters including:
Right to Buy (RTB) transactions and buy-backs
Sales and purchases of council-owned property and land
Lease extensions, renewals, and general landlord/tenant matters
Consent orders related to property issues
Assets of Community Value (ACV) applications under the Localism Act
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, transfers, leases, and other property documents.
Provide timely legal advice to internal departments, councillors, and external stakeholders.
Conduct due diligence, title investigations, and risk assessments on property transactions.
Maintain accurate case records using IKEN or similar case management systems.
Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, council procedures, and professional standards.
Build effective working relationships and provide excellent client service across the organisation.
Essential Requirements
Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate.
Strong and demonstrable experience in:
Right to Buy and buy-back cases
Property sales, purchases, and general conveyancing
Commercial leases, extensions, and renewals
Consent orders and related documentation
Assets of Community Value matters
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain legal issues to non-legal audiences.
Proven ability to manage a varied workload and work independently.
Experience using IKEN or another recognised case management system.
Working Arrangements
Hybrid working model: Monday in the office, remaining hours remote.
21 hours per week across three 7-hour days.
Teams interview as part of the selection process.
