Senior Property Litigator — In‑House Counsel Path

Criterion Capital; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A diverse property management firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Property Litigator with over 10 years in property law. The role requires managing litigation, providing legal counsel, and handling landlord and tenant matters. Candidates should possess strong negotiation skills and be familiar with construction agreements. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone looking to advance towards a General Counsel role in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in property law, covering residential, commercial, and construction disputes.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills are necessary.
• In-depth knowledge of legal limitations applicable to property law is required.
• Familiarity with construction contracts and high-value property management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on various matters including landlord and tenant work.
• Manage external legal firms and litigation matters in-house.
• Review, negotiate, and approve legal documents and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with legal regulations and company policies.
• Conduct litigation risk assessments periodically.

Skills

Property law experience

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Contract law expertise

Dispute resolution knowledge

Job description

A diverse property management firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Property Litigator with over 10 years in property law. The role requires managing litigation, providing legal counsel, and handling landlord and tenant matters. Candidates should possess strong negotiation skills and be familiar with construction agreements. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone looking to advance towards a General Counsel role in a dynamic environment.