Property Solicitor (Landlord and Tenant)

Law Absolute Limited; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected London practice is seeking a Property Solicitor to provide locum cover during a period of annual leave. This role focuses on landlord and tenant law, particularly enfranchisement and lease extensions, and requires a qualified solicitor with a strong background in the area. Ideal candidates will have senior-level experience and the ability to manage a mixed caseload with minimal supervision. This is an excellent opportunity to support a reputable firm known for its expertise in property law.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with ideally senior-level experience.
• Strong background in landlord & tenant law, especially enfranchisement and lease extensions.
• Ability to manage a mixed caseload with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide locum cover during annual leave for a respected London practice.
• Handle Landlord & Tenant work focusing on collective enfranchisement and lease extensions.
• Manage a caseload of both commercial property and residential conveyancing.

Skills

Landlord & Tenant law

Enfranchisement

Lease extensions

Mixed caseload management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Overview

Property Solicitor (Landlord and Tenant) – Locum Solicitor to provide cover during an upcoming period of annual leave for a respected London practice (Fulham).

Role Details

• Dates: 1 – 10 October 2025 (approx. 5 working days within this period, exact days to be agreed)
• Location: Fulham-based firm (within approx. 1¼ hours travel distance)
• Caseload: Landlord & Tenant work with a focus on collective enfranchisement and lease extensions. Transactional work including commercial property and residential conveyancing (residential makes up circa 10–15%).

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor – ideally with senior-level experience
• Strong background in landlord & tenant law, especially enfranchisement and lease extensions
• Ability to manage a mixed caseload with minimal supervision
• Available to provide short-term cover in October

This is a fantastic opportunity to support a respected London practice known for its expertise in property law and commitment to delivering excellent client service.

How to Apply

If you are interested, please send a copy of your CV or feel free to call to discuss further.

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. Due to the volume of applications we may not respond to every candidate individually. If you have not heard from us within 48 hours your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.