Property Litigation Lawyer

BCL Legal Limited; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Career progression

Wellbeing support

Job summary

BCL Legal Limited is partnering with a leading commercial law firm in Bristol to recruit a Property Litigation Associate/Senior Associate with 5+ years' PQE. The role involves advising public and private sector clients, handling cases in UK courts and tribunals, and contributing to high-profile matters.

It offers a flexible hybrid working model and clear career progression within a supportive team. You will work with a national team across Bristol, Birmingham, London and Leeds, involving

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in property litigation and a varied caseload.
• Excellent drafting, legal analysis, and client management.
• Proactive, business development oriented with growth mindset.
• Collaborative attitude and experience working in a team oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise a wide range of public and private sector clients.
• Handle property litigation in UK courts and tribunals, provide wider contentious property advice.
• Work on high-profile and landmark cases up to Court of Appeal level.
• Advise on Building Safety Act 2022 and leasehold management issues.
• Collaborate with national team across Bristol, Birmingham, London and Leeds offices.
• Support business development and growth of the firm’s property litigation practice.

Skills

5+ years PQE

Drafting

Legal analysis

Client management

Business development

Team collaboration

Job description

Property Litigation Lawyer

BCL Legal is delighted to be working with a leading commercial law firm with a strong reputation across sectors such as housing, local government, health and social care, construction, energy, education, and financial services. Our client is looking for a talented Property Litigation Associate/Senior Associate with 5+ years' PQE to join its growing team based in Bristol. This role offers a flexible hybrid working model, a competitive salary, and excellent career progression opportunities within a dynamic, supportive firm.

The Role

As a Property Litigation Associate/Senior Associate, you will:

• Advise a wide range of public and private sector clients, including central Government bodies, registered providers of social housing, local authorities, secured lenders, NHS bodies, higher education institutions, property developers, and management companies.
• Handle property litigation cases in UK courts and tribunals, as well as provide wider contentious property advice.
• Work on high-profile and landmark cases, including in the First-tier and Upper Tribunals and up to the Court of Appeal level.
• Advise clients on emerging areas of law such as the Building Safety Act 2022 and residential leasehold management (e.g., forfeiture, service charges, and section 20 consultation).
• Collaborate with a supportive, national team, working across the Bristol, Birmingham, London and Leeds offices.
• Play an active role in business development and support the growth of the firm's property litigation practice.

About You

To be considered for this position, you will need:

• 5+ years' PQE in property litigation, with strong technical credentials and experience in managing a varied caseload.
• Excellent drafting, legal analysis, and client management skills.
• A proactive and professional approach to work, with a keen interest in business development.
• A collaborative attitude and experience working within a team-oriented environment.
• Confidence in managing client relationships and contributing to the firm's growth.

The Offering

In return, you will receive:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing and forward-thinking team.
• Flexible hybrid working, enabling you to manage your work-life balance.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values teamwork and professional development.
• Wellbeing support and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and pro bono work.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.