Property Litigation Locum

Executive Network Legal Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in London is seeking a skilled Property Litigation Locum to support its busy commercial property team. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years PQE and experience in landlord and tenant matters, lease renewals, and commercial property disputes. This role offers a supportive team environment with hybrid working flexibility after the initial period. You will manage a varied caseload and work closely with partners while receiving paralegal and secretarial support.

Benefits

Paralegal and secretarial assistance

Hybrid work available

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 7–10 years’ PQE in property litigation or commercial property.
• Confident in managing lease disputes and renewals.
• Experience in broader commercial property disputes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Run a varied caseload of landlord and tenant matters.
• Handle both contested and uncontested lease renewals.
• Advise clients on commercial property disputes.

Skills

Property litigation

Lease dispute handling

Commercial property advice

File management

Tools

Actionstep CMS

Job description

PROPERTY LITIGATION LOCUM

Job Ref: 215302144
Location: London
Working Pattern: Part-time or Full-time
PQE Requirement: 7–10 years
Start Date: ASAP or January

Overview

An established London practice is looking for a skilled Property Litigation Locum to support its busy commercial property team. The firm requires additional capacity and is seeking someone with strong experience in landlord and tenant work, lease renewals, and wider commercial property disputes. Initial weeks will be office-based, with remote flexibility available thereafter.

Role Highlights

• Running a varied caseload of landlord and tenant matters
• Handling both contested and uncontested lease renewals
• Advising clients on commercial property disputes and supporting strategic decision-making
• Managing files effectively using Actionstep CMS
• Working closely with partners, supported by paralegal and secretarial resources

Candidate Profile

• 7–10 years’ PQE in property litigation or commercial property
• Confident handling lease disputes and renewals
• Experience in broader commercial property disputes is advantageous
• Able to work autonomously with a commercial, solutions-focused approach

Benefits & Additional Information

• Supportive London-based team environment
• Paralegal and secretarial assistance provided
• Hybrid/remote working available after the initial period
• Locum assignment with immediate capacity needs
• Firm closed 24 December – 5 January

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