Property Solicitor

Salary: Personal Contract

Reference: REQ3915

Do you want to be a part of an innovative and supportive team, where there are great opportunities for career progression and development?

We are looking for a Property Solicitor to provide legal guidance and direction to SGN’s regulated and unregulated businesses. Advising key senior managers, you will ensure that SGN has the necessary property rights and agreements to operate its gas distribution network.

I keep people safe and warm by…

• Providing prompt, effective and commercial legal guidance on property matters to the business including how to structure complex property transactions in tandem with policy, strategy and the management of property portfolios;
• Advising on the various aspects of statutory obligations and functions of SGN;
• Leading, coaching and mentoring a team of property lawyers for continued excellence, improving efficiency and sustainability in property procedures;
• Preparing and reviewing property contracts, leases, easements, licences and variations
• Providing regular reports, instructing clients and management teams on progress; and
• Promoting the excellent reputation of the Legal Services Department and striving to continue to improve it

What you’ll need

• Relevant property experience (ideally with some utilities background);
• A valid practising certificate in England & Wales;
• A proven leadership and team management experience;
• Enthusiasm, professional motivation, an ability to work well independently and as part of a team and flexibility;
• Comfort in working closely with all levels including Directors and Senior Managers; and
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
  

This role will require flexibility with travel to different locations including Reading and London.

If you don’t have all the qualifications, we would still love to hear from you… we provide our own specialised learning and development programs, providing access to learning tools to help you acquire the skills needed to excel in our environment.