Job Description

We're working with a leading commercial law firm who are looking for a talented Property Litigation Solicitor to join their budding Leeds office.
About the Firm
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a progressive, internationally-minded firm with over 700 people across their network. They're known for their culture of bravery and kindness, and for consistently punching above their weight in the market. In terms of sector expertise there isn't another firm like them in the North. Along with your bread and butter sectors they deal with the advertising, media, communications and film and tv spaces making them a unique proposition in the market.
The Role
You'll be working closely with the Property Litigation Partner and Head of Group, with scope to work independently as appropriate. The role offers a great mix of advisory and court work across the full spectrum of commercial property disputes.
Core work includes:
-Commercial landlord and tenant matters
-Debt collection and LTA 1954 matters
-Break clauses and dilapidations
-Leasehold consents and forfeiture
-1995 Act matters
You'll also get involved in:
-Development disputes (including rights of light)
-Agreements for lease/development agreement disputes
-Neighbour disputes and specialist areas (telecoms, party walls)
The role includes regular travel to London for client and team events.
What They're Looking For
-3-5 years PQE in commercial property litigation
-Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills
-Ambitious, proactive and commercially-minded
-Interest in developing marketing and business development skills
-Experience in medium/large private practice preferred
-Comfortable dealing directly with clients and taking ownership of matters
-A genuine team player
Why Make the Move?
This firm offers the platform and client base of a major practice, with a culture that genuinely values its people. If you're looking for somewhere you can develop your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, this could be perfect.
Interested? Get in touch for a confidential chat about the opportunity.
Graham Rawlinson
Associate Director
graham@thinklegalrecruitment.com
Company
Think Legal Recruitment is a regional legal recruitment business recruiting at all levels of legal professionals throughout the North of England for private practice and in-house.
What makes us different?
We could highlight our integrity, our commitment to excellence and providing honest, reliable and informed advice. We could talk about our use of and investment in technology. For us, these are the basics that you can and should expect.
Our difference lies in our people. It is their commitment and investment in candidates, clients, partner contacts and local market knowledge that sets us apart.
Legal recruitment is a serious business and we take it seriously. That we strive to make the experience as enjoyable and open as possible is simply testament to our desire to build long-standing relationships.
We love what we do and look forward to making a difference for you.
Contact us on 0161 826 1411
Company info Website Telephone 0161 826 1411 Location 2nd Floor
125 Deansgate
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M3 2BY
United Kingdom
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