Property Litigation Associate Solicitor

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-quality work

Supportive team

Structured training

Career development

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Job summary

Yolk Recruitment is working with a leading UK law firm to recruit a Property Litigation Associate to join its national real estate disputes team in Birmingham or Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for an NQ-4 PQE solicitor to develop their career within a well-established team, working alongside experienced property litigators on a varied and high-quality caseload.

You'll advise a diverse client base, including major retailers, developers, landlords and public sector organisations, on a

Qualifications

• NQ-4 years' PQE in property litigation or real estate disputes.
• Genuine interest in developing a career within property litigation.
• Strong communication and analytical skills with a client-focused approach.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively as part of a team.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Willingness to learn, take ownership and contribute to the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Handle landlord/tenant disputes, including lease renewals, break notices and dilapidations.
• Manage possession claims, rent recovery, forfeiture and service charge issues.
• Advise on property-related insolvency, restrictive covenants and land registrations.
• Assist with rights to light and other complex real estate disputes.
• Prepare legal documentation, undertake research and liaise with clients, counsel and other stakeholders.
• Manage elements of your own caseload with appropriate supervision.
• Support business development, team initiatives and knowledge-sharing activities.

Skills

Client-focused

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Commercial awareness

Team player

Problem solving

Job description

Property Litigation Associate

Location: Birmingham or Leeds
Salary: 67k+
PQE: NQ-4 years

Yolk Recruitment is working with a leading UK law firm to recruit a Property Litigation Associate to join its highly regarded national real estate disputes team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an NQ-4 PQE solicitor to develop their career within a well-established team, working alongside experienced property litigators on a varied and high-quality caseload.

You'll advise a diverse client base, including major retailers, developers, landlords and public sector organisations, on a broad range of commercial property disputes. The role offers exposure to complex matters, early responsibility and the opportunity to build strong client relationships in a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role

You'll be involved in a wide range of real estate litigation matters, including:

• Landlord and tenant disputes, including lease renewals, break notices and dilapidations.
• Possession claims, rent recovery, forfeiture and service charge disputes.
• Property-related insolvency, restrictive covenants and land registration issues.
• Rights to light and other complex real estate disputes.
• Preparing legal documentation, undertaking research and liaising with clients, counsel and other stakeholders.
• Managing elements of your own caseload with appropriate supervision.
• Supporting business development, team initiatives and knowledge‑sharing activities.

You'll work closely with senior colleagues while developing your technical expertise and confidence as a property litigation solicitor.

About You

We're keen to hear from solicitors with:

• NQ-4 years' PQE in property litigation or real estate disputes.
• A genuine interest in developing their career within property litigation.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, with a client-focused approach.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively as part of a team.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• A willingness to learn, take ownership and contribute to the wider team.

The Firm

You'll be joining a well-respected national law firm with an established real estate litigation practice and a strong reputation for advising major commercial and public sector clients.

The firm places real emphasis on developing its people, offering structured training, hands-on experience and ongoing support to help you progress. You'll benefit from working in a collaborative environment where quality work, professional development and long-term career growth are prioritised.

What's on Offer?

• High-quality and varied property litigation work.
• Supportive team environment with experienced colleagues.
• Structured training and career development.
• Opportunities to build client relationships and take on increasing responsibility.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working options.