Commercial Property Lawyer

We are looking for an experienced commercial property lawyer with wide ranging expertise including acquisitions, disposals, lease renewals and public sector led regeneration schemes. You will have a proven track record preferably gained in both the public and private sector and will be able to demonstrate highly developed negotiation and drafting skills. If you also have expertise in land assembly and compulsory purchase from start to general vesting declaration, that would be ideal.

The right candidate will be motivated, proactive and able to hit the ground running. You will also be able to manage a challenging case load and provide advice on complex matters.  Familiarity with or a good understanding of issues that arise in public sector regeneration schemes such as the procurement regime and housing delivery would be welcome. The post is open to applications from licensed conveyancers, chartered legal executives, solicitors and barristers.

Located in the heart of the Thames Gateway, Thurrock has one of the most exciting planning and regeneration agendas in the country; centred on 6 major growth hubs including London Gateway Port and Logistics Park (the largest of its kind in Europe) and Purfleet Centre, which will see the provision of up to 2,850 new homes, the creation of a new town centre and the provision of a range of employment opportunities. The scale of the local agenda presents an interesting mix of work for the specialist lawyer who relishes a challenge and the opportunity to help shape Thurrock’s future. If you have the skills to help us develop our potential, we will reward you with the chance to fulfil yours.

For an informal discussion about this post please contact Benita Edwards on 07966 891 705.

Our vision – an ambitious and collaborative community which is proud of its heritage and excited by its diverse opportunities and future.

Here at Thurrock council we are striving to unlock sustainable growth, and lay the foundations for future growth and prosperity of the area.  Situated on the north side of the River Thames bordering Essex, Kent and East London, Thurrock is an area of great contrast, with a well-balanced mixture of beauty and business.  We are determined to improve Thurrock as a place, ensuring we are providing the best services for the people of Thurrock whilst offering the opportunity of prosperity.

Thurrock council is bucking the trend seen across most local authorities, we have a forecast balanced budget to 2021/22 which will provide the council with unique opportunities to change how we do things and improve the offer to our residents and businesses.  Our aim is to create a place where people and businesses want to stay and thrive, and developers and investors want to invest.

We have an exciting and ambitious agenda to deliver here at Thurrock council with £20billion of new investment planned for homes, jobs and infrastructure including £6billion being invested in private sector jobs; 24,500 new jobs planned over the next 20 years - working towards a future where every resident has a good job and £100million new investment in our schools – to ensure our education offer is first class, whilst building upon 97% of our primary schools being “good” or better.

Thurrock is a diverse place, known not only for its ports and logistics centres but home of the Royal Opera House and the expanding intu Lakeside Shopping Centre. Thurrock’s heritage, wildlife sites and breath-taking countryside offer the best of both being perfectly positioned just 35 minutes from central London.

Thurrock Council is an Investors in People (IIP) Gold accredited employer and committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.

We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.

If you want to be part of an ambitious, exciting yet challenging council, where you can really make a difference join #TeamThurrock now!

 How to Apply

Please apply online by clicking Apply. Please  submit your CV and Cover Letter detailing how your skills and experience match the job profile and person specification. If you have any difficulties in submitting an application form please email recruitment@thurrock.gov.uk