Team Leader (Senior Solicitor) – Property Litigation
The Firm
Our client is a specialist practice with expertise in residential landlord and tenant matters. They are seeking an experienced solicitor with the proven ability to manage a team of solicitors and paralegals. Candidates must thrive under pressure and possess the necessary experience to lead effectively in a fast-paced environment.
The ideal candidate will have experience in service charges, ground rent debt recovery (residential and commercial), breaches of covenant, and general landlord and tenant matters. The role involves a complex and varied caseload of matters in the County Court and First Tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) and requires the ability to provide strategic guidance and support to team members.
The Opportunity
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.
* Handling defended service charge, ground rent, and possession matters (residential and commercial) independently and proactively.
* 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.
The Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £85k, negotiable on experience and performance
* Bonus Scheme (Up to 10% of salary)
* Death in Service
* Private Healthcare for family members also
* 3 days working remotely
The Requirements
* 5+ years PQE with experience in Property Litigation
* Proven ability to manage and lead a team of solicitors and paralegals
* Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently under pressure
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration and build positive relationships with clients, team members, and external partners
Please apply for this role online or contact Daniel Miller at Venn Group via phone, email or LinkedIn for further information.
07703832820
dmiller@venngroup.com
linkedin.com/in/daniel-miller-33a070261
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.