Property Litigation Solicitor (2-5 PQE)

Role: Property Litigation Solicitor (2-5 PQE)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
Location: Manchester City Centre
Contract: Full time, permanent, hybrid

CRA Consulting are delighted to be working in partnership with a highly regarded national commercial law firm in the recruitment of a Property Litigation Solicitor to join their growing Manchester team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and commercially minded solicitor with between 2-5 years' PQE to join a well-established property disputes practice acting for a broad range of commercial clients across the UK.

The Opportunity

You will work as part of a collaborative and forward-thinking litigation team, advising clients on a wide variety of contentious property matters. The successful candidate will gain exposure to high-quality work and have the opportunity to manage their own caseload while supporting senior lawyers on more complex disputes.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of property litigation matters from inception through to resolution
• Advising landlords, tenants, developers and commercial clients on:
  • Commercial landlord and tenant disputes
  • Lease renewals and termination matters
  • Dilapidations claims
  • Possession proceedings
  • Trespass and nuisance claims
  • Easements, rights of way and boundary disputes
  • Property insolvency issues
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and settlement agreements
• Conducting negotiations and assisting with mediation where appropriate
• Supporting business development initiatives and maintaining strong client relationships
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider real estate and litigation teams

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• Between 2-5 years' PQE within property litigation
• Experience gained within a recognised commercial law firm
• Strong technical knowledge of property litigation matters
• Excellent communication and client management skills
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem solving
• Ability to manage competing deadlines effectively

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• High-quality national client base
• Genuine opportunities for progression and career development
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Ongoing training and professional development