Oculus Legal Group
NQ+ Solicitor Property Litigation
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Commercial Property Litigation Solicitor (NQ+)
Kendal, Preston or Manchester | Hybrid Working
Salary: Up to £50,000 DOE
The Opportunity
A highly regarded, award-winning regional law firm is looking to recruit a Commercial Property Litigation Solicitor to join its growing Land & Property Dispute Resolution team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor or someone with early post-qualification experience in property litigation to develop their career within a specialist team recognised for delivering high-quality legal advice across a broad range of contentious property matters.
The successful candidate will manage their own caseload with appropriate supervision, support senior lawyers on more complex matters, and play an active role in the continued growth of the department.
The Role
You will advise businesses, developers, investors, landlords, tenants and private individuals on a varied caseload of property disputes, including:
- Commercial landlord and tenant disputes
- Lease renewals, dilapidations, forfeiture and break notices
- Restrictive covenants, easements and rights of way
- Trespass, possession and boundary disputes
- Property contract disputes
- Professional negligence claims involving property professionals
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Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
- Drafting correspondence, court documents and legal advice
- Liaising with clients, the Court, counsel and expert witnesses
- Attending hearings, mediations and client meetings
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Supporting senior colleagues on complex matters
- Taking part in networking and business development initiatives
About You
Applications are welcomed from Newly Qualified Solicitors and those with early PQE who have gained experience in commercial property litigation.
You will have:
- Qualified Solicitor status or upcoming qualification
- Experience of commercial property litigation matters
- Knowledge of landlord and tenant disputes and real property litigation
- Strong drafting and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and client care abilities
- A commercial and proactive approach to client service
- The ability to work collaboratively while managing your own workload
- An interest in developing your career within a specialist property litigation team
The Team
You'll be joining a well-established and expanding specialist property disputes team acting for a diverse client base ranging from property developers and investors to commercial occupiers, businesses and private individuals.
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The team is known for its collaborative culture, high-quality work and strong commitment to developing junior lawyers, providing excellent exposure to complex matters alongside structured mentoring and career progression.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
- Hybrid working
- Annual bonus scheme
- Annual salary reviews
- Reduced chargeable hours target
- Healthcare cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced annual leave with length of service
- Paid volunteering days
- Free conveyancing on the purchase or sale of your primary residence
- Free Will writing service
- Employee referral scheme
- Regular promotion opportunities
- Regular social events and staff recognition initiatives
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This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Property Litigation Solicitor looking to develop their expertise within a highly regarded team offering high-quality work, genuine career progression and a supportive, people-focused culture.
For a confidential discussion, please get in touch today.
Niamh Nolan
niamh.nolan@oculuslegalgroup.com
0117 454 4409
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