Deputy Principal - Property

Deputy Principal Lawyer
- Property

We’re recruiting a Deputy Principal Lawyer
- Property to join our Law and Governance service at Milton Keynes City Council.

This is a rewarding senior legal role where you’ll help shape how we manage, protect and develop the city council’s land and property interests.

You’ll support the Head of Legal, Commercial and Place, lead and develop a skilled property law team, and provide expert legal advice on complex property matters that directly support our ambitions for Milton Keynes.

At Milton Keynes City Council, we’re dedicated, respectful and collaborative. We work as One Council, focused on improving outcomes for our communities, tackling inequality and supporting sustainable growth.

If you’re an experienced property lawyer who enjoys leadership, problem‑solving and making a real impact, this is the role for you.

This role may be suitable for home working, following an assessment. Home‑based roles require a minimum of one day per week working from the office or site.

Interviews for this role will be held on 10 September 2026.

At Milton Keynes City Council, we aim to make a difference every day. We’re dedicated, respectful and collaborative. We act as one council, and we work hard to create cleaner, safer and healthier communities while tackling inequalities and supporting people to thrive.