Property Litigation Senior Associate

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

Job summary

Douglas Scott Ltd invites applications for a Legal Director, Property Litigation in Manchester. The role focuses on high-quality property disputes with a strong platform and an annual billable hours target of around 1,200, allowing you to balance quality work with leadership responsibilities.

You will manage landlord and tenant matters, leases, dilapidations, possession and development disputes, while taking the lead on client relationships and guiding the team’s growth in Manchester.

Qualifications

• An experienced property litigator ready for a Legal Director role, or an established Legal Director looking for a strong platform.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead on property disputes including landlord and tenant matters.
• Oversee lease renewals, dilapidations, possession and development disputes.
• Manage client relationships and drive business development.
• Support junior lawyers and shape the wider team.
• Develop and mentor the Manchester practice.

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.