Property Counsel

  • Michael Page (UK)
  • City, Birmingham
  • Jan 30, 2026
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

  • High-profile property work with national impact
  • Strong work-life balance and long-term security
About Our Client

The client is a highly recognised public sector body delivering complex, long term infrastructure and development programmes across the UK. Known for strong governance, collaboration and professional development, the organisation offers lawyers the chance to work on work of genuine public importance within a supportive, inclusive and forward thinking culture.

Job Description The Property Counsel will be:
  • Advising on property law matters relating to land acquisition and use
  • Managing issues involving statutory undertakers
  • Drafting and negotiating easements, wayleaves and land rights agreements
  • Supporting internal stakeholders on property risk and compliance
  • Working collaboratively with external advisers and project teams
The Successful Applicant The Property Counsel should be:
  • A solicitor with experience in property law
  • Familiar with statutory undertakers, easements and wayleaves
  • Comfortable handling complex land rights matters
  • Able to provide clear, pragmatic advice to non legal stakeholders
  • Keen to develop an in house career within the public sector
What's on Offer

This permanent opportunity offers a salary of £54,595 alongside an excellent public sector benefits package, including generous pension contributions, flexible and hybrid working, enhanced annual leave and clear opportunities for learning and progression. This role offers more than just day to day legal work-it provides the chance to contribute to projects of national importance within a stable and supportive organisation. If you're an experienced Property Counsel, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.