Tier 1 Legal 500 & Chambers-ranked Firm · Property Litigation

Property Litigation Senior Associate / Legal Director

Senior appointment into one of the largest pure property litigation teams in Leeds, running a varied commercial caseload and supervising talented Associates.

Leeds Hybrid (2-3 days WFH) 5+ PQE

Key Highlights

  • One of Europe's fastest-growing firms in recent years
  • Chambers and Legal 500 recognised specialists
  • One of the largest pure property litigation teams in Leeds
  • Blend of estate management and advisory work

About the Opportunity

The Property Litigation team, part of the wider Real Estate group, is made up of specialists recognised in Chambers and the Legal 500. They are keen to hear from solicitors with a minimum of 5 years' PQE looking to further develop their careers in a supportive and progressive environment where they can help supervise and mentor Associates.

Responsibilities

  • ·Advise on landlord and tenant portfolio management including lease renewals, rent review, dilapidations and break notices
  • ·Advise on option agreements, easements and restrictive covenants
  • ·Assist residential developer clients with land purchase and vacant possession strategies
  • ·Handle mortgage repossessions
  • ·Build and develop new and existing client relationships
  • ·Supervise more junior members of the team

What We're Looking For

  • ·Minimum 5 years' PQE within a specialist property litigation team dealing with commercial clients
  • ·Experience across a variety of landlord and tenant issues
  • ·Solid training and ability to manage a busy caseload immediately
  • ·Desire to supervise and help manage the team
  • ·Excellent client service skills
  • ·Motivated, commercially minded team player, calm under pressure

Benefits

  • ·25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off (buy/sell options)
  • ·Private Health scheme
  • ·Profit share scheme
  • ·Volunteer days
  • ·Contributory Pension scheme and Life Assurance
  • ·Generous family friendly leave
  • ·Wellness benefits including onsite yoga, pilates, massage and mental health programmes
  • ·Perkbox, reduced travel/parking charges, cycle to work scheme with secure onsite bike storage