Property Lawyer

Asda

Jan 4, 2025

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Mid & Senior Level
Legal
Leeds

Requirements

Experience of providing legal advice on commercial contracts or a complementary area of law e.g. corporate, litigation, etc.
A track record of delivering contracts to project timelines
Ability to work cross-functionally and ensure engagement of stakeholders
Ability to overlay legal issues in an accessible way and taking into account the commercial requirements

Responsibilities

Manage external legal team on specific outsourced projects (where relevant)
Engage with stakeholders who input to the contracts e.g. Info Sec, Privacy, Finance
Accountable for the legal advice for each matter assigned to the role, with support from the SM responsible for the Business Unit, including:
Advice on how to best structure arrangements with external suppliers;
The negotiation and drafting of the legal documentation to support those arrangements;
Continuous improvement and best in class contract advice
Idea generation and implementation of (where appropriate) legal self-service goals
Maintaining MI and one version of the truth contracts repository in respect of those contracts assigned to the role.
Supporting corporate governance for all contracts assigned to the role.
Attending project meetings (where required)
Leading regular project manager level calls to touch in on all contracts and/or the pipeline
Providing input to legal processes and standard documents
Ensuring legal advice is delivered in a timely, clear and accessible way and gives appropriate weight to the business unit's commercial requirements and aims
Partners with project managers and stakeholders to deliver the business unit's legal requirements.

FAQs

What is the employment type for the Property Lawyer position?

The employment type for the Property Lawyer position is full time.

What is the location of the Property Lawyer role?

The location of the Property Lawyer role is Asda House.

What is the contract type for this position?

The contract type for this position is Fixed Term.

How many hours per week will the Property Lawyer work?

The Property Lawyer will work 37.5 hours per week.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 9 January 2025.

What are the key responsibilities for the Property Lawyer?

Key responsibilities include providing legal advice on property contracts, managing external legal teams, engaging with stakeholders, and leading process improvement projects.

What qualifications or experience are required for this role?

Experience of providing legal advice on commercial contracts or a complementary area of law is required, along with a track record of delivering contracts to project timelines and the ability to work cross-functionally.

What benefits does Asda offer for the Property Lawyer role?

Benefits include a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, company pension scheme, minimum 24 days annual leave, hybrid working, and discounts on shopping at Asda, among others.

Will I have the opportunity for career development in this position?

Yes, Asda offers career development opportunities, including apprenticeship and graduate schemes.

Is there a parking facility available?

Yes, there is free city centre parking available for employees, which can also be used outside of working hours.

Asda

Reimagine Retail

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

10,001+

Employees

Mission & Purpose

ASDA is a British supermarket retailer that operates a chain of hypermarkets, supermarkets, and grocery stores in the United Kingdom. The company's primary focus is on providing a wide range of products, including groceries, clothing, electronics, and home goods, to customers at affordable prices. ASDA's ultimate mission revolves around offering value for money, quality products, and convenience to shoppers. As one of the leading retail chains in the UK, ASDA aims to make shopping more accessible and budget-friendly for diverse customer needs. Their purpose is deeply rooted in serving communities by supplying essential goods and fostering a positive shopping experience for customers across the country.