Job Description – Principal Lawyer (Property)

Location: Greater Manchester (hybrid working)
Employer: Manchester City Council (working in partnership with Salford City Council and Greater Manchester Combined Authority)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Principal Lawyer (Property) to provide high-level legal expertise on complex and high-profile property and regeneration matters across Greater Manchester. The role supports major strategic projects involving land, development, and public asset management for multiple public sector organisations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on complex property transactions , including acquisitions, disposals, leases, and development agreements
• Advise on major regeneration and infrastructure projects across Greater Manchester
• Draft, negotiate, and review high-value legal documentation, including joint venture and funding arrangements