Legal Officer - Canterbury, United Kingdom - Canterbury City Council

Canterbury City Council

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Canterbury, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Description

A fantastic Legal Officer job opportunity in Canterbury.
Canterbury City Council strives to make Canterbury District a wonderful place to live, raise a family, work and study.

Every person within the organisation has a direct impact on the delivery of service to the residents and our community.

We're looking for a Legal Officer with a specialism in Property to join our Legal Services team and contribute to the positive differences we are making to the lives of many.

This job opportunity would suit somebody currently working as or looking to become a Paralegal.

About this Legal Officer (Property) job opportunity:
This role broadly resembles that of a Paralegal in the wider legal sector.

Here's what you'll get up to:

You will deal with all Right to Buy conveyancing matters.
Whilst working unsupervised, you'll manage a routine conveyancing caseload of both residential and commercial matters. This will include new leases, lease management, purchases, sales, easements and licences.
You'll help to look after the archiving and record keeping of land and other transactions.
You will be answering property enquiries from both internal and external customers, whilst liaising with the Land Registry.
For more complex transactions, you will also provide support to the Principal Lawyer that oversees Property here at Canterbury City Council.

Working pattern:

Our Legal Officers (Property) work 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
This role offers flexible, hybrid working. We actively encourage a working pattern and location that works for you and promotes a good worklife balance.

What's in it for you?

A starting salary of
£32,687 per year.
Flexible, hybrid working arrangements that support and encourage a good worklife balance.
We'll support and encourage your career by providing excellent opportunities for training and development.
Generous annual leave entitlement, starting at 23 days PLUS 3 additional days over the Christmas period whilst the Council offices are closed. There is also the option to buy additional annual leave.
We do not work on Bank Holidays.
A fantastic local government pension scheme.
Employee perks, including multiple retailer and lifestyle discounts to tackle the cost of living and help you enjoy your free time.
Free use of Canterbury's Park and Ride for an easier commute.

About you, the ideal Legal Officer for the job:

Your knowledge_
You will need a practical understanding of Property Law and of the conveyancing process.
Your Experience_
You should have experience in a legal practice and conveyancing and have sound knowledge of Right to Buy Legislation.
You will have previously used case management systems, as well as IT in general.
Your qualifications_

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