Property Litigation Solicitor – 12m FTC

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading City law firm is seeking an experienced Property Litigation Solicitor for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will manage a diverse caseload including possession claims and service charge disputes. The ideal candidate must have 4+ years PQE in property litigation and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and hybrid working arrangements, with 3 days in the office and 2 remotely.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working arrangements

High-quality work and a supportive team

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ PQE in property litigation.
• Experience in both commercial and residential landlord and tenant matters.
• Available to commence in December 2025.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload including possession claims, service charge disputes, and lease renewals.
• Handle statutory and voluntary lease extensions and tenant break notices.
• Deal with collective enfranchisement claims and recovery of rent.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Strong technical knowledge in property litigation

Excellent communication skills

Client-handling skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Job description

Property Litigation Solicitor – 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

Location: City of London

Start Date: December 2025

Firm: Top 200 UK Law Firm

PQE: 4+ years

A leading City law firm ranked in the Top 200 is seeking an experienced Property Litigation Solicitor (4+ PQE) to join its highly regarded disputes team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract, covering maternity leave.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a collegiate and well‑established team, advising a broad client base on a wide range of contentious property matters across both commercial and residential sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

You will manage a varied caseload including:

• Possession claims
• Service charge disputes
• Statutory and voluntary lease extensions
• Rights of first refusal
• Assured Shorthold Tenancies
• Exercising landlord and tenant break notices
• Collective enfranchisement claims
• Recovery of rent and service charge arrears
• Debt claims
• Lease renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (opposed and unopposed)

Candidate Profile:

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a minimum of 4 years’ PQE in property litigation
• Strong technical knowledge and experience across both commercial and residential landlord and tenant matters
• Excellent communication and client-handling skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Available to commence in December 2025

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Hybrid working arrangements – 3 days a week in the office, 2 remotely
• High-quality work and a supportive team environment
• Opportunity to gain exposure to complex and high-value property disputes