Legal Executive - Local Authority, 1 year contract

Folkestone

Maternity Cover, February 2017-January2018

£22,175-£31,698



Do you have legal experience within a local authority? We are looking for a Legal Executive to work for a large company in Folkestone. With salary of £22,175-£31,698 (dependent on experience and levels of qualifications) this is a great role for someone looking for a fixed term contract. Your tasks will include:



* To carry out any legal and support duties for the team under the direction and supervision of the Legal Services Manager or another Solicitor in the team.



* To advise on and prepare documents for commercial property freehold and leasehold transactions on behalf of the council. To assist the solicitors in more complex transactions.



* To process and advise on the Council's residential property portfolio, including Right to Buy matters, answering leaseholder enquiries and enquiries from external solicitors re sales and purchases.



* To advise on and prepare documents for commercial contracts and agreements for various council departments. To assist the solicitors in major and more complex contracts.



* To prepare and serve statutory notices for property and planning matters.



* To assist with the litigation work of the team as and when required, e.g.: preparing bundles, preparing court documents, attending court to assist as necessary.



* Routine residential/commercial conveyance, purchase, sale of freehold and leasehold land including Industrial estate leases, Adoption of open spaces and preparation of license agreements



* To prepare Briefs to Council as required.



* To carry out legal research as necessary.





Being fully qualified Legal Executive (Cilex Level 6) or working towards this qualification would be an advantage. If this sounds like the role for you, apply today or call 01233 611780 and speak to Ro Rutherford for more information. Please only apply is you are available for an immediate start.



While working for Office Angels you will receive up to 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) pension and additional benefits such as eye care vouchers, retail discounts and incentives/competitions.



By registering with Office Angels you will benefit from the support of a dedicated and experienced recruitment consultant, have access to various interviewing techniques and consistent feedback on all applications. This service is offered right through to the day you start your new role and beyond!



Please be aware that we are currently receiving a high volume of applications and will endeavour to contact all applicants, however if you have not been contacted within 72hrs please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion and your CV will be kept on record for future positions.

Office Angels is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.