Property Litigation Solicitor

Vincere; Reigate; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working across Surrey offices

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Vincere, a premier Surrey law firm, seeks a Property Litigation Fee Earner with 5+ PQE to manage a high-value caseload and lead in complex disputes. You will handle landlord & tenant matters, boundary issues, and development disputes, while working with Commercial and Residential Property teams to deliver exceptional client service.

The role offers agile working across Surrey offices, a clear path to senior Associate or partnership, and a supportive environment with cross-referrals and CPD

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 5+ years PQE in property litigation.
• Experience in landlord & tenant disputes and development matters.
• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and case management skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex disputes for commercial landlords, developers, landowners and high-net-worth individuals.
• Manage matters from pre-action to tribunal and court proceedings.
• Collaborate with Commercial and Residential Property teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Negotiation

Advocacy

Case management

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Fellow of CILEx

Job description

Property Litigation Fee Earner (5+ PQE)

Location: Surrey

Salary: c.£60,000 - £85,000+DOE/PQE

Are you an experienced Property Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive seeking high-value, complex dispute work within a premier regional practice? Our client is a highly regarded, well-established law firm in Surrey with an outstanding reputation across contentious property matters. Experiencing sustained expansion across their dispute resolution department, they are seeking a skilled Property Litigation Fee Earner (5+ PQE) to take ownership of a varied caseload, leverage strong internal referrals, and step into a clear leadership pathway.

The Opportunity

In this key fee-earning role, you will advise a diverse client base—including commercial landlords, property developers, landowners, and high-net-worth individuals—on complex, technically challenging disputes. Working independently while collaborating closely with thriving Commercial and Residential Property teams, you will manage contentious matters from pre-action negotiations through to tribunal and court proceedings. This position offers exceptional caseload variety, strong internal fee-earning synergy, and clear, structured scope to progress into a Senior Associate or Partnership-track role.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

• Qualifications & Experience: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) or Fellow of CILEx with a minimum of 5+ years' post-qualification experience (PQE) specializing in property litigation within a UK private practice.
• Landlord & Tenant Disputes: Proven expertise in commercial L&T disputes (including 1954 Act lease renewals and dilapidations claims) alongside residential possession proceedings.
• Real Property & Adjoining Landowner Matters: Essential experience handling boundary disputes, trespass, private nuisance claims, and the enforcement of restrictive covenants or easements.
• Leasehold Enfranchisement & Development Work: Experience or strong working knowledge in long residential leasehold matters (lease extensions, freehold enfranchisement, Right to Manage) and property development disputes.
• Advocacy & Negotiation: Exceptional strategic negotiation, written communication, and advocacy skills, backed by robust case management and compliance proficiency.

Package & Working Structure

• Competitive Remuneration: £60,000 - £85,000 base salary per annum (commensurate with PQE and technical background) plus a lucrative performance-related bonus scheme.
• Agile Working: Flexible working arrangements supported alongside modern, multi-office facilities across Surrey.
• Leave & Benefits: Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays, workplace pension scheme, and full CPD/professional development funding.
• Career Trajectory: Transparent progression framework offering direct routes to Senior Associate and department leadership roles.
• Culture & Support: Supportive, collaborative team culture benefiting from steady internal cross-referrals and dedicated secretarial support.