Solicitor

2 weeks ago

Blandford Forum, Dorset, United Kingdom Workingmums Full time

Wessex Internet, a dynamic and rapidly expanding Internet Provider in the South West and revolutionising full fibre broadband deployment in rural areas. Committed to delivering lightning-fast broadband to thousands in the countryside, we design, build, and manage our own cutting-edge FTTP network. We are delighted to be expanding our Network to the New Forest, Wiltshire, and South & West Dorset.

Recipient of multiple awards, including Overall Fibre Provider of The Year 2023, Wessex Internet has doubled in size over the last 18 months. Despite our rapid growth, we prioritize maintaining excellent customer service and invest in staff development. Our commitment to creating a great workplace earned us a finalist spot in the 2023 UK Fibre Awards for the Best Company to Work for.

We are looking for an individual, on a part time basis, to join us as a Solicitor to manage and take responsibility for negotiation of current and new wayleaves that the business requires in order to deliver our network expansion. You will manage the negotiation of an agreement, where a landowner instructs a solicitor, to efficiently complete the wayleave process. You will also provide support and guidance to the Rural Planners where necessary in relation to wayleave agreements. There may be the opportunity to get involved in other aspects of the legal department, depending on experience.

As a Solicitor your responsibilities include:

  • Negotiate and complete wayleaves, easements and leases for the installation of electronic communications apparatus
  • Oversee progress of bespoke wayleave agreements
  • Negotiate terms of agreements with solicitors acting for Landowners
  • Ensure timely completion of agreements
  • Provide wayleave support, training and guidance to Rural Planners where required
  • Provide cover in relation to Land Registry queries

Requirements of a Solicitor:

  • Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive
  • At least 2 years PQE or other commensurate experience
  • A strong grounding in the relevant aspects of property law, preferably with knowledge and experience of the Electronic Communications Code
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills
  • Highly organised team player

Benefits of a Solicitor:

  • 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • The option to buy or sell an additional 5 days of holiday
  • Enhanced Family Pay
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Life Assurance
  • Income Protection
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Tech Scheme
  • Opportunities to progress your career - We're a young, fast-growing business that is proud of our team of homegrown specialists. Whether you want to step up to lead a team, or expand your skills in a new area, we'll help you reach your potential
  • Free breakfast - plus fruit, snacks, teas & coffees available throughout the day
  • Regular social events
  • Free onsite parking
  • 75% discount on Wessex Internet package

Hours: 20 hours per week, preferably 9.30am - 1.30pm each day, but can be worked more flexibly by arrangement

Location: Can either be office-based (near Blandford Forum, Dorset) or hybrid from home, with regular office visits

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