Job Description:
Job Title: Associate Solicitor Leasehold
Location: Bromley
Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent
About Us:
Our client is a highly regarded legal 500 firm, serving a wide range of commercial and private clients across London and the surrounding counties. Established in 1889, they've come a long way and today, are a modern, progressive firm in a state of continual growth.
Job Description:
They are seeking a motivated Associate Solicitor with good post-qualification experience in leasehold law, including enfranchisement, lease extension, right to manage, and right of first refusal. The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of leasehold law to provide advisory services to landlords, tenants, and managing agents. Additionally, the role entails managing and supervising junior paralegals and trainee solicitors, along with building and nurturing client relationships.
Responsibilities:
- Provide accurate and up-to-date legal advice to clients on matters including:
- Collective enfranchisement
- Lease extensions
- Tenants right of first refusal
- Right to manage
- Leases and service charges
- Breach advice
- Represent clients in relevant tribunals or courts, if necessary
- Supervise and manage a team of Paralegals/Trainee solicitors
- Assist the Partner in business development, marketing, and team growth
Qualifications:
- Qualified and eligible to practice as a solicitor in England or Legal Executive with at least 2 years PQE (guidance only)
Experience:
- Post-qualification experience in leasehold enfranchisement and lease extension
- Expert, up-to-date knowledge of leasehold law
- Demonstrated excellence in customer care within a legal environment
- Proven track record in business development
Skills and Benefits:
- Excellent communication and management skills
- Hybrid working options, with 2-3 office days per week
- Part-time working opportunities (minimum of 3 days a week)
- Competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, contribution to legal fees, death in service benefit, birthday off, Christmas bonus, profit share bonus, access to 'cycle to work' scheme, Medi-cash Health Plan, and Private Medical Insurance.
If you believe you possess the attributes, experience, and skill set that match our requirements, we would be delighted to hear from you. In return, we offer a supportive environment with ample opportunities for career advancement and salary progression.
Salary is negotiable