The Shanly Group has an extensive residential property portfolio, including a significant ground rent portfolio of freehold reversions and long leaseholders. Currently, all lease extension and enfranchisement work is outsourced to external law firms. We are looking to bring the non-contentious aspects of this work in house.
This is an office-based role working as part of our team in Beaconsfield. We would also consider part-time hours (24 to 32 hours per week) for the right candidate.
About the In-House Residential Property Lawyer role
Reporting to the Group Operations Director (a qualified solicitor), we are seeking a skilled and experienced solicitor or legal executive to contribute directly to the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of our lease management processes by dealing with the non-contentious aspects of residential lease extensions and other residential property matters in-house. This includes:
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Manage voluntary and statutory residential lease extensions on behalf of the Group companies, as freeholder, end to end.
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Handle the non-contentious elements of leasehold enfranchisement matters.
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Support the long leasehold property manager with the preparation, review and completion of deeds of variation relating to long leases and the variation of freehold rent charges.
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Deal with the disposal of some of the Group’s retained landholdings, such as access roads and surplus parcels of land left post development.
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Liaise with leaseholders, their solicitors, and other relevant parties.
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Ensure compliance with current and upcoming legislation, including the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 and subsequent changes.
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Maintain accurate records and case management.
About you
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Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least 3 years' PQE specialising in residential property law, ideally with a focus on long leasehold matters.
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Experience managing a caseload of matters with minimal supervision.
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Strong understanding of leasehold legislation and procedures.
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Experience with both voluntary and statutory lease extensions.
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Excellent drafting and communication skills.
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Familiarity with Registered Providers would be an advantage but is by no means necessary.
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Ability to manage a high workload and prioritise effectively.
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Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
What we offer in return
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Friendly, supportive team and a welcoming culture.
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Impressive, modern office space providing an enjoyable space to work from.
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Located in beautiful Beaconsfield Old Town, close to many cafés, restaurants and shops.
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Easy to commute to with great road connections being just off the M40 and within a 10 minutes’ walk to Beaconsfield train station.
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A privately-owned business with all the benefits of a financially strong company that has stood the test of time.
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Competitive salary.
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Discretionary annual and long-term bonus schemes (up to 15% of annual salary).
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Annual leave starting at 25 days to a max of 30 days.
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Pension scheme through salary exchange.
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Free life assurance.
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Access to an on-demand GP service.
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Many wellbeing benefits – free weekly fitness sessions, discounted gym membership, employee assistance programme and cycle to work scheme.
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Discount scheme with savings across a range of sectors.
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Plus many more social events throughout the year.