Associate - Property Disputes

RWK Goodman; Oxford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in the UK is seeking an Associate for its Property Disputes team in Oxford. The role involves managing a mixed caseload of residential and commercial disputes, delivering high standard legal advice, and fostering client relationships. Ideal candidates will have at least 4 years' experience as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive and a keen interest in business development and marketing. Joining this team offers an opportunity to grow in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive 4+ PQE.
• Experience with general property litigation.
• Interest in service charge disputes or TOLATA claims is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage mixed caseload of residential and commercial disputes.
• Build credibility with clients and manage expectations.
• Support juniors in the team with technical advice.

Skills

Client management skills

Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Property litigation experience

Team support and delegation

Business development interest

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive 4+ PQE

Job description

We currently have an opportunity for an Associate to join our Thames Valley Property Disputes team.

Our Property Disputes team specialise purely in real estate disputes, acting for both residential and large commercial clients across the UK.

We would be looking for someone to consistently deliver a high standard of legal advice to clients in a commercially astute manner and to deliver outstanding client service at all times. They would also need to assist with the marketing of the department’s services and undertaking business development activities to build on the firm and team’s reputation for excellence.

Duties will include :

• Manage a mixed caseload ofresidential disputes and commercial disputes, whilst also from time to time assisting Partners on other matters which may be more complex.
• Build credibility with clients and developown client relationships through managing client expectations regarding options, outcomes, risk and timescales
• Take responsibility for managing aspects of projects that are delegated and meet deadlines
• Support juniors in the team by giving technical, business and general advices
• Support with budgetary management of client matters

Skills, Experience and Attributes

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive 4+PQE
• Previous experience within general property litigation.
• Exposure or interest in specialisms such as service charge disputes, TOLATA claims or property related professional negligence is very desirable
• Ability to manage own files and delegate work to others
• Strong client management skills with a focus on delivery of excellent client service
• Keen interest in business development and marketing