Property Litigation Solicitor

Job Title:
Property Litigator (4-5 PQE)

Location:
Leeds

Salary:
Competitive (dependent on experience)

Contract:
Full-time

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Property Litigator with 4-5 years' post-qualification experience to join a busy and supportive Property Disputes team based in Leeds. This role offers responsibility, autonomy, and a varied caseload, while working within a collaborative and inclusive environment that values both technical expertise and client relationships.

As a Property Litigator, you will manage a wide range of property-related disputes, including:

• Commercial landlord and tenant disputes (including rent reviews, lease renewals, dilapidations, and forfeiture)
• Easements and rights of way
• Adverse possession claims
• Restrictive covenants
• Rights to light and other land-related disputes

You will be trusted with direct responsibility for your own caseload while benefiting from the support and knowledge-sharing of the wider team. The role involves advising a broad and varied client base across sectors, delivering practical and commercial solutions to complex property disputes.

We are looking for a candidate who can demonstrate:

• 4-5 years' PQE with a strong background in commercial property litigation
• Solid technical knowledge across a range of property dispute matters
• A client-focused approach with excellent communication and negotiation skills
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• A commitment to providing high-quality legal services with a commercial outlook

Alongside a competitive salary, the role comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Hybrid working arrangements
• 25 days' annual leave plus statutory holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Health cash plan
• Employee assistance programme
• Reward, recognition, and wellbeing platform with discounted offers

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Property Litigator seeking to take the next step in their career, with the chance to handle a broad range of quality disputes, develop strong client relationships, and work in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

If this role sounds of interest to you or you would like some additional information please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge