NQ Property Litigation Solicitor

Service Care; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Holiday pay

Hybrid working

Job summary

Service Care Solutions is partnering with a well-established Manchester law firm to recruit a Newly Qualified Property Litigation Solicitor. The role offers hybrid working and a salary of £35,000–£45,000 per annum, depending on experience.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, advise on landlord and tenant disputes, assist with lease renewals and related proceedings, and draft documents under supervision while supporting senior solicitors in court proceedings.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified solicitor in England & Wales (NQ–1 PQE) ideally with property litigation exposure.
• Strong knowledge of property law and civil litigation procedures.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Good organisation and ability to work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of property litigation matters with appropriate supervision.
• Advise clients on commercial and residential landlord and tenant disputes.
• Assist with lease renewals, dilapidations, forfeiture proceedings and possession claims.
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, pleadings and witness statements.
• Support senior solicitors on complex property disputes and court proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements and explore alternative dispute resolution where appropriate.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.

Skills

Property law

Civil litigation

Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Job description

Service Care Solutions is delighted to be working with a well-established law firm in Manchester that is looking to recruit a Newly Qualified Property Litigation Solicitor to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor with an interest in property litigation to develop their expertise, work alongside experienced legal professionals and gain exposure to a broad range of property disputes.

Location: Manchester / Hybrid Working Salary: £35,000–£45,000 per annum, depending on experience Experience: Newly Qualified Solicitor (NQ–1 PQE)

Responsibilities as a property litigation solicitor:

• Manage a varied caseload of property litigation matters with appropriate supervision.
• Advise clients on commercial and residential landlord and tenant disputes.
• Assist with lease renewals, dilapidations, forfeiture proceedings and possession claims.
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, pleadings and witness statements.
• Support senior solicitors on complex property disputes and court proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements and explore alternative dispute resolution where appropriate.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.

About you as a property litigation solicitor:

• A Newly Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales, ideally with experience in property litigation gained during a training contract or previous paralegal role.
• A good understanding of property law and civil litigation procedures.
• Excellent communication, drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• A proactive attitude and enthusiasm for developing a career in property litigation.

Benefits:

• Pension Scheme
• Holiday pay
• Hybrid working with flexible working

Alternatively, if you know someone suitable for this position, we offer a referral bonus of up to £200.