The role:  We are looking for an experienced Commercial Property Lawyer to join our well respected in house Legal Team to lead and deliver on all legal aspects of commercial property and regeneration in connection with the Council’s Services.

The Law & Governance service is responsible for the democratic and political management arrangements of the Authority including the conduct of elections, corporate and Ombudsmen complaints and the provision of a full and varied range of legal services. As the successful candidate you will be an expert in your field with the ability to handle complex commercial property and regeneration work and to give clear and credible advice to senior officers and elected members. As well as having technical ability you will be professional, approachable, confident and an innovative thinker that can influence and drive progress to the conclusion of the project.

You will also be a proactive team player, with a flexible approach and a willingness to get involved in all areas of the Service’s work and want to play a prominent role in helping the Service to develop and improve. It really is a great time to join Oxford City Council and this role will sit at the centre of all that we are trying to achieve in the Law & Governance Service. So if you are a highly organised, enthusiastic and proactive individual, with a commitment to excellent customer service and are motivated by working for an inclusive and diverse organisation, we would like to hear from you.

About us:  Our ambitious leadership team and dedicated staff are working hard building a world class city for everyone. Oxford City Council has accelerated plans to build more affordable and council housing in the city. We provide services to help reduce inequality and improve the health and wellbeing of Oxford’s residents and are taking a lead on reducing emissions and increasing biodiversity to become a net carbon neutral city of the future.

We are a supportive and collaborative bunch of people working towards shared goals, where new ideas and initiatives are valued. We strive to deliver service excellence, take accountability for our actions and communicate with honestly and respect. There has never been a more exciting time to join us! Help us to build successful places in which to live and work and build a fairer, greener city in which everyone can thrive.

Many of our roles offer flexible or hybrid working. We offer generous holiday 29 days a year with an additional 4 days after 5 years’ service We are committed to supporting career development opportunities and learning and development An above average pension offering Plus other great benefits

How to apply: More information is available on the role profile document. Please read this document to ensure that you meet our requirements. More information about working for the Council, our values and vision, is available on our web site.

Applications should be made via our online application system (no CVs please). For further information and how to apply online, please visit www.oxford.gov.uk If you are unable to access our website please call 01865 252848.

Note: For roles that require a DBS Certificate (Enhanced and or Barred List check), candidates are required to supply their complete work history.

If you are making an application using a CV please ensure you explain any gaps in your work history. You will be informed whether the first round of interviews will be online or in-person (role-dependent).

Please note: For hybrid roles the successful applicant will be expected to work from home. You should ensure that you have reliable and secure wifi access; a suitable workspace and are prepared to undertake distance learning and training.

Closing Date: 29 September 2024

Late applications will not be processed

Interview Date(s): 21 October 2024 and 23 October 2024

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Emma Griffiths egriffiths@oxford.gov.uk

We are an equal opportunity employer: We are striving to become a more inclusive employer and to represent the communities that we support. We have policies in place to ensure that every applicant and employee can flourish and succeed. Currently we are underrepresented in some areas, and would particularly welcome applicants from ethnic and minority communities. All applicants will be given fair consideration for work and will not receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of any protected characteristic.