Job Description
An opening has arisen for a Senior Litigation Senior Associate Solicitor for this practice close to Hertford.
Experience to include:
* 5+ years PQE with experience in service charges and ground rent debt recovery (residential and commercial). Candidates with less experience may be considered if they demonstrate exceptional skills
* Proven ability to manage and lead a team of solicitors and paralegals, ensuring high performance and professional development.
* Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration and build positive relationships with clients, team members, and external partners.
You will be responsible for managing your own caseload and providing guidance and supervision to the team. Your duties will include:
* Leading and managing the team of solicitors and paralegals, ensuring effective delegation and performance management.
* Providing expert advice and guidance on breach of covenant matters and general landlord and tenant queries.
* Ensuring compliance with court and tribunal deadlines and maintaining high-quality case management.
* Reviewing claims, evaluating the merits of defences and counterclaims, and advising clients accordingly.
* Delivering training and development sessions on relevant legal topics to junior staff.
* Maintaining regular reporting to clients and ensuring clear communication throughout case progressions.
* Writing legal articles and thought leadership pieces for publication as required.
* Supporting business development initiatives and promoting the firm’s expertise in residential landlord and tenant matters.
Salary is in the region of £80,000 - £85,000
Bonus structure
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Hybrid working - 2/3 days office based
If you would like to be considered, please contact Victoria at Eclectic Recruitment on 01223 803055 or email victoria.kemp@eclecticrecruitment.co.uk