Property Litigation Director

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Leeds; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is partnering with a national UK law firm to recruit a Property Litigation Director or Partner in Leeds. You will lead a high-performing Real Estate Disputes team, influence strategy and client development while shaping the Leeds offering.

The role offers a genuine platform to grow the practice, manage a broad client base on complex property disputes, and work within a modern, flexible-working culture with a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Director/Partner-level property litigation lawyer with strong technical capability.
• Proven track record of winning work with an established following or referral network.
• Commercial mindset and ability to work with a broad range of clients.
• Ambition to lead, grow and shape a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Lead on a broad range of property litigation and real estate disputes.
• Build and strengthen client relationships and referral networks.
• Drive business development, profile raising and cross-selling.
• Help shape future strategy, service delivery and growth for the Leeds offering.
• Support and develop colleagues within the wider disputes team.

Skills

Property litigation

Leadership

Business development

Client relationships

Strategic planning

Job description

Property Litigation Director or Partner

Location: Leeds

Salary: £100,000-£150,000 (salary plus bonus and benefits)

Experience: Director or Partner level (strong property litigation background)

If you’re a senior Property Litigation lawyer who wants the platform to grow something properly, this is the sort of role that doesn’t come up often. Our client is looking for a Director or Partner-level hire to help lead and expand a high-performing Property Litigation offering in Leeds, with real influence over strategy, client development, and team growth.

Our client is a national UK law firm with an excellent reputation and client base. They are modern and forward-thinking in their approach to work, with a strong focus on quality, collaboration and flexible working.

You will join a dedicated Real Estate Disputes team operating nationally, advising a broad client base on complex property and real estate disputes. The team is growing quickly, and this hire is central to building further momentum in Leeds.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Taking a lead role in advising on a broad range of property litigation and real estate disputes
• Building and strengthening client relationships and referral networks
• Playing an active role in business development, profile raising and cross-selling
• Helping to shape the future strategy, service delivery and growth plans of the Leeds offering
• Supporting and developing colleagues within the wider disputes team

What We’re Looking For

• A Director or Partner-level Property Litigation lawyer with strong technical capability
• A proven track record of winning work, with an established following and/or referral network
• Commercial mindset and confidence working with a broad range of clients
• Strong stakeholder management and collaborative approach
• Ambition to lead, grow and help shape a high-performing team

What’s On Offer

• A genuine opportunity to help shape and grow a leading Property Litigation offering
• High-quality work and a strong national platform
• Modern, forward-thinking culture with flexible working
• Competitive package with bonus and benefits (details to be discussed)

Working Arrangements

• Leeds-based role
• Flexible working approach, with details to be confirmed at interview

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.