Leasehold Enfranchisement Solicitor - Sussex

Henderson Scott Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in West Sussex is seeking an experienced Leasehold Enfranchisement Solicitor to manage cases including lease extensions and collective enfranchisement. The ideal candidate will have 3-10 years' PQE and a strong track record in enfranchisement matters. This position offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and options for hybrid working. Join a supportive team with opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive environment

Flexible working culture

Qualifications

• 3-10 years' PQE with proven enfranchisement experience.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload independently.
• Desire to help shape and grow a thriving specialist department.

Responsibilities

• Handle lease extensions (statutory & voluntary).
• Manage collective enfranchisement cases.
• Provide advisory work for managing agents and freeholders.

Skills

Enfranchisement experience

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Collaboration

Job description

Leasehold Enfranchisement Solicitor
Location: Any office in West Sussex (Worthing / Hove / Brighton / Horsham) + remote / hybrid working
Salary: Market rate + strong benefits package
Hours: Full time

We are seeking an experienced Leasehold Enfranchisement Solicitor to join our expanding Leasehold Enfranchisement & Block Management team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a flourishing department at a pivotal stage of growth, with the chance to influence and help shape the future direction of this busy and strategic practice area.

About the Role

This opportunity is suited to a solicitor with 3-10 years' PQE, bringing solid experience acting for both freeholders and leaseholders across the full spectrum of enfranchisement matters. You will have a demonstrable track record in this specialist field, ideally supported by a client following, strong referrers, or established avenues for generating work.

You will handle a varied and interesting caseload including:

• Lease extensions (statutory & voluntary)
• Collective enfranchisement
• Right to Manage (RTM)
• Freehold acquisitions
• Associated advisory work for managing agents, freeholders and leaseholders

You will join a supportive team with the autonomy to develop your practice, backed by excellent departmental infrastructure, cross-referral networks, and genuine opportunities to progress.

What You'll Need

• 3-10 years' PQE with proven enfranchisement experience
• Ability to manage a busy caseload independently
• Commercial awareness and an appetite for developing new work
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Desire to help shape and grow a thriving specialist department

What We Offer

• Competitive salary reflective of experience
• Generous holiday allowance
• Hybrid/remote working options
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive environment with positive, flexible working culture
• A progressive firm where you can meaningfully contribute to departmental growth

If you are ambitious, technically strong and ready for a role with influence and opportunity, we would love to hear from you.