Solicitor - Property Litigation, Bath - 5+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bath; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team culture

Flexible working arrangements

Transition into a permanent role

Recognition for quality work and client service

Job summary

A leading legal practice is seeking a Property Litigation Solicitor with over 5 years of PQE to manage an active caseload in Bath. The role offers flexible working arrangements and the potential for a permanent position. Ideal candidates should possess strong litigation experience, client-handling skills, and the ability to work independently. Competitive salary and immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years PQE in property litigation.
• Ability to manage complex files independently.
• Confidence working remotely or in a hybrid setting.
• Excellent communication and client-handling skills.
• High attention to detail and professional integrity.
• Confidence working remotely or in a hybrid setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse and complex caseload of property litigation matters.
• Liaise with clients and professionals to ensure smooth case progression.
• Uphold high standards of legal practice and client service.
• Oversee lease extensions and long lease interpretation disputes.
• Manage commercial landlord and tenant matters, including non-paying tenants.
• Liaise with clients and professionals to progress cases efficiently.

Skills

Property litigation experience

Strong technical knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Client-handling skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Solicitor - Property Litigation - Bath - 5+ Years PQE

Location: Bath (Remote/Hybrid flexibility available)

Type of Role: Locum, 3-month contract +

Salary: Competitive.

A well-regarded legal practice is seeking a Property Litigation Solicitor with 5+ years' post-qualification experience to take over a mature and active caseload. This locum opportunity offers immediate start and flexible working arrangements, with the potential to transition into a permanent full‑time or part‑time role next summer.

The Role

You'll be responsible for managing a diverse and complex caseload of property litigation matters, including:

• Adverse possession claims
• Boundary disputes
• TOLATA claims (Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act)
• Residential possession proceedings involving multiple claims and defences
• Lease extensions and long lease interpretation disputes
• Commercial landlord and tenant matters (approx. 20% of caseload), primarily non‑paying tenants
• Liaising with clients and professionals to ensure smooth case progression
• Upholding high standards of legal practice and client service

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• Minimum 5 years PQE in property litigation
• Strong technical knowledge and litigation experience
• Ability to manage complex files independently
• Excellent communication and client‑handling skills
• High attention to detail and professional integrity
• Confidence working remotely or in a hybrid setting

Benefits

The firm offers:

• A collaborative and supportive team culture
• Flexible working arrangements (remote or hybrid)
• Opportunity to transition into a permanent role
• Recognition for quality work and client service

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network to achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything else personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.