NQ Solicitor

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Hertford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £50k-£55k

Enhanced benefits

Top national law firm

High-quality property work

Diverse client base

Career development

Supportive team

BD experience

Job summary

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited is seeking a Property Litigation Solicitor in Southampton for candidates from NQ to 1 PQE. You will manage your own property litigation caseload for a diverse client base including developers, retailers, and landlords.

The role offers a clear career path with experienced colleagues, opportunities for BD activity, and involvement in larger matters within a top firm. The salary range is £50,000-£55,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer or solicitor/about to qualify shortly.
• Experience in property litigation during training contract.
• A client-focused and commercial approach.
• The ability to manage your workload and caseload effectively.
• A collaborative approach within a wider team.

Responsibilities

• Managing your own caseload of property litigation files.
• Advising clients on procedures and property litigation issues.
• Collaborating with colleagues on larger matters.
• Supporting marketing and business development as appropriate.
• Carrying out duties from partners and keeping up to date with developments in law.
• Maintaining vigilance on industry changes affecting property litigation.

Skills

Property litigation experience

Client-focused

Workload management

Team player

Training contract exposure

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Property Litigation Solicitor | NQ - 1 PQE

Southampton | £50,000-£55,000

Top 200 firm | top-ranked team

My client, a leading national law firm, are looking to add a Property Litigation Solicitor to join its highly regarded team in Southampton.

This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or junior solicitor looking to develop their career within a well-established property litigation practice, working alongside experienced lawyers and acting for a broad and interesting client base.

You will manage your own caseload of property litigation matters, acting for a diverse range of clients including:

• Property developers
• Retail chains
• Commercial property owners
• Property agents
• Residential landlords
• Private individuals

You will also have the opportunity to work collaboratively with other members of the team on larger and more complex matters.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing your own caseload of property litigation files.
• Advising clients on legal procedures and a wide range of associated property litigation issues.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues on larger matters.
• Supporting marketing and business development activities where appropriate.
• Carrying out duties and instructions from partners and colleagues diligently and effectively.
• Keeping fully up to date with relevant developments and changes in the law.

What will make you stand out?

• Qualified lawyer or solicitor/about to qualify shortly
• Experience in, or exposure to, property litigation during your training contract.
• A client-focused and commercial approach.
• The ability to manage your own workload and caseload effectively.
• A collaborative approach and the confidence to work as part of a wider team.

What's on Offer

• £50,000-£55,000 salary
• Enhanced benefits
• Opportunity to join a top national law firm
• High-quality and varied property litigation work
• Exposure to a diverse and commercially interesting client base
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Supportive and experienced team environment
• The opportunity to build your own client relationships and develop your business development skills

If you're a junior solicitor with an interest in property litigation and are looking for your next opportunity in Southampton, this could be an excellent move for your career.

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