Property Litigation Senior Associate

Company:  JMC Legal Recruitment
Location: Leeds
Closing Date: 06/07/2026
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent

Job Description

Leading National Law Firm | Property Litigation Senior Associate | 6+ Years PQE


An opportunity for an experienced property litigator to join a growing, nationally recognised team, handling a broad mix of contentious property work for an impressive client base spanning the public and private sectors.


The Firm

This is a leading UK commercial law firm with offices across the country, recognised by Chambers, Legal 500 and The Times Best Law Firms. Its model is distinctly sector-led, built around deep expertise in housing, local government, health and social care, construction, energy and higher education. The firm has delivered twelve consecutive years of revenue and profit growth, providing a stable platform for continued investment in its people.


The Role

You will join the national Property Litigation team, based in Leeds with hybrid working, as part of a group that operates as one cohesive unit across multiple offices. The team is highly regarded in both Chambers and Legal 500, with a reputation for technical strength, responsiveness and strategic advice.


As a senior member of the team, you will take ownership of your own caseload, supervise and delegate to junior colleagues, and play an active role in business development to support the partners' ambitious growth plans.


The Ideal Candidate

  • Qualified solicitor with 6+ years' PQE and demonstrable property litigation experience
  • Strong technical credentials
  • Confident managing a varied caseload and working directly with clients
  • A collaborative team player with experience of or a strong interest in supervising junior colleagues
  • Excellent project management skills and the ability to work efficiently to deadlines
  • A proactive mindset and a genuine interest in business development and building client relationships


What's on Offer

  • A seat in a nationally recognised, Chambers and Legal 500 ranked Property Litigation team
  • A broad and high-quality caseload spanning the public and private sectors, with real variety and technical depth
  • A supportive, people-centred culture with a strong commitment to wellbeing and development
  • Structured career progression, tailored training, and investment in your professional growth
  • Hybrid working with true flexibility around core business hours
  • Competitive salary and benefits including bonus, private medical insurance, generous pension, life assurance and wellbeing support


Apply now for immediate consideration.

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