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Current vacancies

This page displays current vacancies at the Law Commission.

Law Commissioner roles are advertised on the apply for a public appointment website.

Vacancies

Law Commission Lawyer – Property, Family and Trust Law Team

The Law Commission is recruiting up to two lawyers with property-law skills to work on challenging and high-profile reform of commercial leasehold law. We are currently examining security of tenure for business tenancies under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, and we have highlighted other areas that might benefit from future reform, including, for example, addressing problems with the Landlord and Tenant (Covenants) Act 1995.

  • Salary: The national salary range is £56,532 – £64,048, London salary range is £61,201 – £69,338. Your salary will be dependent on your base location.
  • Working pattern: Full time, part time, part time/job share, flexible working
  • Location: National
  • Closing date: 9 June 2025
  • Post type: Fixed term, loan
  • Civil Service grade: Grade 7
  • Number of jobs available: 2
  • Reserve list: 12 Months

Visit the Ministry of Justice job portal for more details about the roles and how to apply.