Senior Solicitor / Lawyer (Property)

Wealden District Council

• Part Time
• Permanent
• Hailsham & Bexhill / Hybrid
• Posted 4 days ago
• 32139-34599 £ / Year
• Closes: 17 May 2026

A forward-thinking authority with great opportunities

Who are we looking for?

We are a shared legal service carrying out work for Wealden and Rother District Councils. Our Legal Team provides a crucial role in delivering client‑focused and professional legal advice, support and assistance to our internal clients.

We are looking for an experienced qualified lawyer to join our supportive team.

Responsible for own caseload and working with the Team Leader: Property on major projects and transactions.

Team orientated, but able to work autonomously, with strong commercial acumen and communication skills.

Opportunity to acquire and develop legal knowledge and skills on the job while working in a supportive environment for a council committed to learning, development and career progression.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and timely legal advice on a range of property related transactions and projects.
• Play a key part in ensuring the Councils fulfil their statutory obligations.
• Work collaboratively with other lawyers within the team and internal clients to achieve the best outcomes for the Councils.

Qualifications

• Significant experience and knowledge in dealing with and advising on property law related matters.
• Qualified as a Solicitor or Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives with a current practising certificate.
• Extensive experience in providing clear and coherent written and oral legal advice.
• Ability to maintain high standards of client care and work as part of a team to deliver an effective and efficient legal service.

What we offer

• Competitive salary & pension scheme.
• Flexible working, fantastic employee benefits and comprehensive staff health & wellbeing scheme.
• Incremental progression subject to satisfactory performance.
• A friendly, supportive team.
• Opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Hybrid working.
• Free parking.

Contact

For more information and an informal and confidential chat about this opportunity please contact Christopher Crichton – Legal Services Manager at: christopher.crichton@wealden.gov.uk or human.resources@wealden.gov.uk.

Application process

CVs will be accepted, provided that an application is also submitted via our online recruitment portal. Please only send your CV to human.resources@wealden.gov.uk. We reserve the right to close the job application window earlier than the date listed in this advertisement.

The salary is from £32,139 per annum (£53,565 (FTE)) to £34,599 per annum (£57,665 (FTE)).

EEO & Diversity

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment. We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities, and all applications will be treated on merit.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. At Wealden District Council, we are committed to fair, accessible recruitment and supporting colleagues with the adjustments they need to thrive. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria are guaranteed an interview.

Ethical Use of AI in Applications

We welcome innovation and do not automatically exclude candidates who use AI tools during the application process. However, we assess each application to ensure the candidate genuinely understands the role and its requirements.

AI may be used ethically and responsibly, provided it supports, rather than compromises our core values of integrity, transparency, and fairness. During assessments and interviews, candidates must present their own skills and experience without assistance from others, external resources, or AI, unless explicitly instructed otherwise.

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