Property Litigation Senior Associate

Douglas Scott Global Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas Scott Global Recruitment is seeking an experienced Legal Director in Property Litigation for Manchester. The role offers a strategic leadership position with a strong platform and an annual billable hours target of around 1,200, enabling high-quality work and managerial development.

You’ll manage a broad range of property disputes, lead client relationships, and contribute to the growth of the team, while maintaining a balanced workload in a well-regarded Manchester team.

Qualifications

• Experienced property litigator ready for Legal Director role.
• Sound technical judgement with client confidence.
• Ability to develop relationships and support the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of property disputes: landlord/tenant matters, lease renewals, dilapidations, possession claims and development disputes.
• Take lead on client relationships and matters, shaping practice.
• Support development of the wider team and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Property litigation

Client relationship management

Leadership/mentoring

Job description

Legal Director, Property Litigation | Manchester | £85,000–£90,000

A senior property litigation role with a strong platform and an annual billable hours target of around 1,200, giving you room to focus on high-quality work, develop your managerial skill set whilst maintaining a better balance.

You’ll handle a broad range of property disputes, including landlord and tenant matters, lease renewals, dilapidations, possession claims and development disputes. You’ll take the lead on client relationships and matters, with scope to shape your practice and support the development of the wider team.

This is an opportunity to take a visible role in a well-regarded team and contribute to its continued development in Manchester. You’ll work with colleagues across the business, support more junior lawyers and help build strong client relationships.

Who suits this?

An experienced property litigator ready for a Legal Director role, or an established Legal Director looking for a strong platform. You’ll bring sound technical judgement, confidence with clients and an interest in developing relationships and supporting the wider team.