Property Litigation Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading firm as a Property Litigation Solicitor in Manchester. This role offers exposure to a wide variety of disputes with opportunities for career progression supported by approachable Partners. You'll benefit from a top-tier salary and flexible working model, making it an exciting opportunity for both Junior and Senior Associates.

Benefits

Top-tier salary and benefits package

Generous discretionary bonus

Flexible hybrid working model

Realistic and achievable career progression

Clear commitment to wellbeing

Annual volunteering day

Optional private medical, dental and health screenings

Qualifications

• 1+ PQE with experience in property litigation or strong interest.
• 5+ PQE with a track record in real estate disputes.
• Strong academics and training from a recognized firm.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of commercial landlord and tenant disputes.
• Supervise junior colleagues and lead complex case areas.
• Play a strategic role in client relationships and business development.

Skills

Property Law

Landlord/Tenant Matters

Dispute Resolution

Litigation

Estate Disputes

Real Estate

Working with Landlords

Education

1+ PQE in property litigation

5+ PQE with supervisory experience preferred

Job description

Property Litigation Solicitor – Manchester

You'll join the Manchester-based Property Litigation team, part of a national Real Estate Litigation group that is one of the largest in the UK, comprising over 20 lawyers across Leeds, London and Manchester.

Work will include:

• Commercial landlord and tenant disputes
• Lease renewals (contested and uncontested)
• Break notices, forfeiture and possession actions
• Telecoms disputes
• Complex dilapidations claims
• Development-related disputes
• Strategic litigation for large-scale occupiers and landlords

At Junior Associate level, you'll gain exposure to a wide variety of disputes and benefit from direct Partner supervision. You’ll be given real responsibility early, with support to help you grow and eventually run your own matters.

At Senior/Managing Associate level, you'll take a lead on complex cases, supervise junior colleagues and act as a key contact for major clients. You’ll have the chance to play a strategic role in client relationships and business development across the firm’s national Real Estate division.

What The firm is Looking For

• For Junior Associate: 1+ PQE with experience in property litigation or strong interest in developing a specialism in this area
• For Senior/Managing Associate: 5+ PQE with a proven track record of handling real estate disputes and client relationships, with supervisory experience preferred
• Strong academics and training from a recognised national or regional firm
• Commercial awareness and a pragmatic, solutions-led approach to client advice
• The resilience and ambition to thrive in a team that blends high performance with genuine camaraderie

What’s On Offer?

• Top-tier salary and benefits package
• Generous discretionary bonus
• Flexible hybrid working model
• Realistic and achievable career progression
• Supportive and approachable Partners
• Clear commitment to wellbeing, with initiatives including:
• Mental Health Champions
• Mindful Business Charter signatory
• Annual wellbeing allowance
• Optional private medical, dental and health screenings
• Annual volunteering day and strong CSR commitment

This is a fantastic opportunity for a property disputes lawyer at either Associate or Managing Associate level to join a market-leading practice at a firm that blends prestige with approachability. If you'd like a confidential chat about the team, culture or fit, I’d be happy to share more detail.

Seniority Level:

• Associate

Industry:

• Legal Services
• Law Practice

Employment Type:

• Full-time

Job Functions:

• Legal

Skills:

• Property Law
• Landlord/Tenant Matters
• Working with Landlords
• Estate Disputes
• Real Estate
• Dispute Resolution
• Litigation

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