Job Description
We are seeking a Legal Adviser to provide professional, responsive and effective legal advice and services as directed by the Head of Legal Administration.
The Role: Manage a varied legal caseload supporting the objectives of internal departments, ensuring decisions are delivered accurately and on time. Draft, review and negotiate a range of legal documents including contracts, leases, licences and service level agreements.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct legal research, interpret legislation and provide clear advice on administrative law, property, and contractual matters.
* Oversee the acquisition, disposal, transfer and letting of land and property assets, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
* Lead on land registration, title regularisation and defence of adverse possession claims, including preparation of applications to the Land Registry.
* Coordinate valuation services, maintain the asset register and rent register, and manage service-level performance of external providers.
* Prepare and present reports to senior leadership and committees on legal matters within your remit.
Requirements:
* A third level qualification in Law or in lieu of a law degree, a third level qualification in any other subject plus a post degree legal qualification e.g. Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).
* A minimum of 2 years' experience providing comprehensive legal advice in both conveyancing and contract law.
* Experience in providing legal advice to a diverse range of clients at a senior level.
* Knowledge and experience in drafting, interpreting, negotiating and providing advice on contracts and other legal agreements.
* Competence in the use of all Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel and Outlook.
* A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle to carry out means of the post.
Salary Information
This role offers £21.56 per hour.
Benefits
Travel in and around Newry. Hybrid/Flexi working. On-site parking.
About This Role
This is a 6 month temporary contract.