Interim Property Counsel (Public Sector)

Job Description An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Property Litigation Lawyer to join HS2 as an Interim Property Counsel, supporting the Head Counsel – Land and Property on a broad range of contentious land and property matters. n This role offers the chance to work on one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects, advising on complex property disputes and helping to manage legal risk across a diverse portfolio of land and property issues. n The Role n Working as part of the in-house legal team, you will provide advice and support on a wide range of contentious property matters, including: n n Landlord and tenant disputes n Residential, commercial and agricultural possession matters n Debt recovery and enforcement n Valuation disputes n Trespass, access and title issues n Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) n Property litigation strategy and case management n Settlement negotiations n Court proceedings and trial preparation n Property-related notices and documentation n n You will work closely with internal stakeholders, external law firms and counsel, ensuring matters are managed efficiently while balancing legal risk, commercial objectives and public sector obligations. n The position will also support wider property matters including acquisitions, disposals, utilities, statutory powers, settlement agreements and discretionary property schemes. n Key Responsibilities n n Advising on a variety of contentious land and property matters n Managing litigation matters from inception through to resolution n Supporting dispute resolution and settlement strategies n Preparing legal advice, briefings and reports for stakeholders n Conducting legal research and advising on legislative developments n Managing external legal advisers and associated budgets where required n Assisting with the development of standard form documents and best practice processes n Supporting compliance and risk management across the business n n Applications are welcomed from: n n Qualified Solicitors or Chartered Legal Executives n Candidates with significant experience in property litigation (guideline PQE of 3-10 years, although applications from candidates outside this range will be considered) n n You should be able to demonstrate experience in some or all of the following areas: n n Property litigation n Residential, commercial and agricultural tenancies n Possession proceedings n Debt recovery and enforcement n Landlord and tenant disputes n Working with senior stakeholders and clients n Managing multiple complex matters simultaneously n n Experience advising government departments, public bodies, utilities, transport organisations or major infrastructure projects would be advantageous….