Property Litigation Senior Associate Solicitor 6 years+ PQE

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Essex is seeking a Senior Solicitor specializing in Property Litigation. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of PQE, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage a diverse caseload. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to mentor junior staff while delivering high-quality legal services to clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in service charges and ground rent debt recovery (residential and commercial).
• Proven ability to manage and lead a team of solicitors and paralegals.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload and provide guidance to the team.
• Handle defended service charge and possession matters independently.
• Deliver training and development sessions on legal topics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

6+ years PQE

Job description

SENIOR SOLICITOR – PROPERTY LITIGATION

Salary from £70,000 to £90,000 + Bens DOE
Role Type: FULL-TIME
Primary Location:Essex
Type:Hybrid

The Firm
A slegal 500 client with expertise in residential landlord and tenant matters. We are seeking an experienced solicitor with the proven ability to manage a team of solicitors and paralegals. Candidates must thrive under pressure and possess the necessary experience to lead effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Our ideal candidate will have experience in service charges, ground rent debt recovery (residential and commercial), breaches of covenant, and general landlord and tenant matters. The role involves a complex and varied caseload of matters in the County Court and First Tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) and requires the ability to provide strategic guidance and support to team members.

Role Requirements – Essential/Desired:
Essential:
6+ years PQE with experience in service charges and ground rent debt recovery (residential and commercial).
Proven ability to manage and lead a team of solicitors and paralegals, ensuring high performance and professional development.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration and build positive relationships with clients, team members, and external partners.

Desired:
Experience in commercial property litigation, breaches of covenant, and other landlord and tenant matters.
Demonstrable experience delivering training and mentoring junior staff to support their professional growth.
Provide a quality, tailored, and supportive legal service to a range of clients.
Assist current clients with their specific needs in Dispute Resolution & Litigation.
Manage a varied and high-value caseload of property disputes for commercial and residential clients.
Advise on a wide range of issues, including landlord and tenant disputes, lease renewals, boundary disputes, rights of way, adverse possession claims, and enforcement of covenants.
Support and mentor junior team members, providing guidance and supervision where needed.

Standards:
A commitment to providing exceptional contributions to business performance and delivering outstanding client service.
Adherence to professional standards and regulatory requirements set by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and other relevant bodies.
Compliance with the firm’s policies, quality standards, and performance measures.
Promotion of a cooperative and collaborative working environment, supporting the growth and development of the business and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for managing your own caseload and providing guidance and supervision to the team. Your duties will include:
Handling defended service charge, ground rent, and possession matters (residential and commercial) independently and proactively.
Providing expert advice and guidance on breach of covenant matters and general landlord and tenant queries.
Ensuring compliance with court and tribunal deadlines and maintaining high-quality case management.
Reviewing claims, evaluating the merits of defences and counterclaims, and advising clients accordingly.
Delivering training and development sessions on relevant legal topics to junior staff.
Maintaining regular reporting to clients and ensuring clear communication throughout case progressions.
Writing legal articles and thought leadership pieces for publication as required.
Supporting business development initiatives and promoting the firm’s expertise in residential landlord and tenant matters.

Contact Marcus Stevens quoting reference number 37134

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