Property Litigation Senior/Managing Associate – Bristol, Southampton or Exeter – 7+ Years PQE
Location: Bristol, Southampton or Exeter (Hybrid, flexible working)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 (dependent on experience)

A respected UK law firm is seeking a Senior or Managing Associate to join its ambitious Property Litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity to take a leadership role within a future-focused practice, working with a diverse client base and contributing to the growth of one of the leading regional property litigation teams in the UK.

The Role
You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading on complex property litigation matters while supervising junior team members
• Sharing work across the region and collaborating with colleagues in a proactive, positive way
• Advising private clients, corporate clients, retailers, landowner developers, property developers, and investors
• Handling disputes concerning development land (including telecoms), property contracts, and landlord/tenant issues such as dilapidations, break notices, forfeiture, and breach of lease covenants
• Building and maintaining strong professional relationships with clients
• Playing a key role in developing and expanding the Property Litigation team

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 7+ years PQE in property litigation
• Specialist expertise across contentious property matters
• Strong technical, analytical, and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently and supervising junior colleagues
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to building new client relationships
• Motivation to continue developing skills and understanding clients’ wider business interests
• Passion for innovation, collaboration, and achieving outstanding results

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Competitive salary (£80,000 – £100,000) and performance-linked bonus
• Employee sabbaticals
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (including mental health support and gym memberships)
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Comprehensive professional development and training
• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture

How to Apply

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

Olivia Reed