Right to buy Legal Officer

Right to buy Legal Officer needed in Luton Paying £25 per hr ref 135807

Full time hours on a temporary basis

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Right to Buy transactions from application to completion.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to housing services and internal stakeholders on Right to Buy legislation and procedures.
• Prepare, review, and process legal documentation relating to Right to Buy sales, including notices, transfer deeds, leases, licences, and associated agreements.
• Ensure compliance with statutory Right to Buy requirements, regulations, and timescales.
• Liaise with applicants, tenants, conveyancers, mortgage lenders, valuers, and housing officers throughout the transaction process.
• Investigate title issues and property-related matters affecting Right to Buy sales.
• Draft and complete conveyancing documents and undertake routine property transactions.
• Respond to legal enquiries, correspondence, and requests for information relating to Right to Buy matters.
• Maintain accurate case records and use case management systems effectively.
• Monitor key dates and ensure timely progression of all cases.
• Assist with dispute resolution and complex Right to Buy queries where appropriate.
• Support senior lawyers with complex housing and property matters.
• Attend meetings with internal departments and external stakeholders as required.
• Produce reports, statistical information, and management data relating to Right to Buy performance.
• Contribute to process improvements and the development of efficient working practices.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [email protected] quoting the reference number.

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