Property Litigation Senior Associate / Director

Think Legal Recruitment; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Property Litigation Senior Associate or Director in Manchester. Join a market-leading team to handle complex disputes and contribute to business development. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in property litigation, excellent client care skills, and a passion for mentoring junior lawyers. This role offers genuine career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in property litigation.
• Experience in handling complex disputes.
• Excellent technical and client care skills.
• Mentoring junior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Work on high-quality, complex property disputes.
• Lead matters and support junior colleagues.
• Contribute to business development.
• Shape the future of the team.

Skills

Property litigation experience

Client care skills

Team player

Business development

Education

Senior Associate or Director level (5+ PQE)

Job description

Property Litigation Senior Associate / Director
Location: Manchester
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

We’re working with a high-profile regional law firm that is seeking to appoint an experienced Property Litigation lawyer at Senior Associate or Director level. This is a standout opportunity to join a market-leading team with a strong reputation for handling complex and high-value property disputes.

The firm has built a culture that is collaborative, supportive, and people-focused, making it an excellent environment for senior lawyers who want to develop their practice in a positive and ambitious setting.

The Opportunity

• Work on high-quality, complex property disputes for a diverse client base, including major corporates, investors, developers, and commercial landlords.

• Join a close-knit and growing team with an outstanding reputation in the North West market.

• Play a senior role in the team, leading on matters, supporting junior colleagues, and contributing to business development.

• Benefit from genuine opportunities for career progression, with the chance to shape the future of the team at a senior level.

• Enjoy a culture that values flexibility, wellbeing, and long-term career development.

About You

• Senior Associate or Director level (ideally 5+ PQE) with a strong background in property litigation.

• Experience in handling complex disputes, including landlord and tenant, development-related disputes, rights of way, restrictive covenants, and other real estate litigation matters.

• Strong technical ability combined with excellent client care skills.

• A collaborative team player who enjoys mentoring junior lawyers and building strong client relationships.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious property litigator to take on a senior role within a firm that combines high-quality work with a down-to-earth, supportive culture. The successful candidate will enjoy autonomy, career progression, and exposure to some of the most interesting property disputes in the region.

For a confidential discussion or more details, please contact:
Louisa Phillips – [e-mail]