Commercial & Place Solicitor (Fixed-Term) – Hybrid

Ktpws; Dumbarton; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Dumbarton seeks a motivated Solicitor (Commercial & Place) for a fixed-term role until 09/03/2026. The successful candidate will provide legal expertise on high-value projects, focusing on conveyancing and property matters. The position requires excellent communication skills and experience managing a large caseload. Benefits include flexible working, generous leave, and a strong pension scheme. If you're a solicitor with relevant qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Access to Local Government pension scheme

Minimum of 25 days annual leave

Employee wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in high value, diverse legal projects.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience in property and commercial law.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal expertise supporting the Council's strategic priorities.
• Undertake diverse forms of conveyancing, especially for the Buy Back scheme.
• Advise Council officers on internal governance for contract and property matters.

Skills

Excellent communication

Ability to manage a large caseload

Knowledge of property transactions

Education

Admitted as a solicitor by the Law Society of Scotland

Hold a current unrestricted Practising Certificate

Job description

A local government council in Dumbarton seeks a motivated Solicitor (Commercial & Place) for a fixed-term role until 09/03/2026. The successful candidate will provide legal expertise on high-value projects, focusing on conveyancing and property matters. The position requires excellent communication skills and experience managing a large caseload. Benefits include flexible working, generous leave, and a strong pension scheme. If you're a solicitor with relevant qualifications, we encourage you to apply.