Conveyancing Dispute Resolution Associate

Shoosmiths LLP; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Benefits package

Job summary

Shoosmiths LLP in Belfast invites an Associate with conveyancing experience to join our Dispute Resolution team. You will handle property and conveyancing disputes, support lenders, and work across a collaborative UK-wide firm.

The role emphasises client service, independent progression, and hybrid working to balance complex caseloads. The Belfast team values ambitious professionals, with opportunities to develop alongside partners and a large infrastructure behind you.

Qualifications

• Detailed working knowledge of conveyancing process as the role will primarily relate to the sale of recovered properties on behalf of lenders/ financial institutions
• Experience in the sale of recovered properties is not essential but would be helpful. The role may also offer a varied caseload to include title rectification, financial services and real estate litigation.
• Managing a caseload of property and conveyancing related disputes from instruction through to resolution.
• Ability to progress matters independently.
• Advising lender and financial institution clients on title defects, mortgage fraud, professional negligence and property transaction disputes.
• Handling disputes arising from residential and commercial conveyancing transactions.
• Investigating complex title issues and advising on potential litigation strategy.
• Managing high volume sale matters whilst maintaining excellent client service standards.
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, correspondence and settlement documentation.
• Acting in negotiations, mediations and court proceedings where appropriate.
• Working collaboratively with clients and colleagues to identify commercially pragmatic solutions.
• Supporting business development initiatives and contributing to the continued growth of the Belfast team.

Responsibilities

• Conveyancing and dispute resolution work for lenders and financial institutions.
• Manage a caseload from instruction to resolution with independence.
• Draft pleadings, statements, and settlement documents; negotiate where needed.
• Collaborate with clients and colleagues to deliver practical solutions and growth.

Skills

Conveyancing

Job description

Shoosmiths LLP in Belfast invites an Associate with conveyancing experience to join our Dispute Resolution team. You will handle property and conveyancing disputes, support lenders, and work across a collaborative UK-wide firm.

The role emphasises client service, independent progression, and hybrid working to balance complex caseloads. The Belfast team values ambitious professionals, with opportunities to develop alongside partners and a large infrastructure behind you.