Be at the Centre of Regeneration - The councils are driving major economic redevelopment projects across Abingdon and the surrounding districts - this role gives you the chance to lead on high-profile land acquisitions, commercial leases, development agreements and strategic disposals.

Complex, High-Value Casework - You’ll handle some of the most challenging property legal work the council deals with, including compulsory purchase, affordable housing funding, and town centre regeneration projects. This is legal work that matters - and stretches your skills.

Compact Team, Big Impact - You’ll join a small and well-supported property legal team, just two fee earners and an admin team, and will be the one of the senior property lawyers in the group. You’ll play a vital mentoring role and help shape team direction, without formal line management.

Hybrid or Fully Remote - Your designated base is Abbey House in Abingdon, but how often you go in is up to you. The councils focus on outcomes, not office presence - so you can shape a working pattern that suits your life.

Lead on complex acquisitions and disposals of land and property.

Draft and negotiate leases, licences, deeds, CPOs, notices, and land registration.

Advise on affordable housing development, including funding and nominations agreements.

Manage legal work related to footpaths, highways, byelaws, and service agreements.

Provide legal input on major regeneration schemes, including strategic partnerships and redevelopment deals.

Advise councillors, senior officers, and committee meetings — drafting clear legal reports and offering pragmatic advice.

Guide and support junior team members in property law casework.

Step in for the Property Team Leader where needed.

A qualified solicitor, barrister or chartered legal executive with a current practising certificate.

Extensive experience in commercial and residential property transactions — including complex, high-value matters.

Confident working independently and supporting more junior staff informally.

Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills.

Strong understanding of property law, local authority powers, and regeneration schemes.

Comfortable advising at senior level — including councillors and heads of service.

Positive, practical, and committed to public sector excellence.