Senior Property litigation Solicitor
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This Top 200 firm are seeking a Senior Property Litigation Solicitor with 5+ years PQE to join its growing Guildford office.
They offer a highly competitive bonus structure, hybrid working options, and genuine opportunities for progression.
The Firm
With over 200 years of history, this firm is ranked highly in the Legal 500 and is Top Tier across several areas. They have seen impressive growth over the last three years, further appealing to their expanding HNW client base.
The firm has strong commercial and private individual divisions, with clients that include well-known household brands and several media companies. Despite their significant presence across both Surrey and London, their client base extends across the UK and internationally.
The firm fosters a forward-thinking, friendly, and dynamic culture. With continued growth, they offer excellent career progression prospects. Staff are encouraged to participate in a range of firm-arranged social activities outside of work.
The firm is highly regarded for its training and development, holds numerous accolades, and is ranked as one of the UK's top 200 firms (The Lawyer).
The Role
This role involves undertaking fee-earning work, contributing to the department's profitability, and meeting key performance targets. The successful candidate will handle all aspects of property litigation matters for both commercial and private clients while building and developing their own caseload. Responsibilities include:
1. Business development through networking and seminars
2. Maintaining high standards of client care
3. Collaborating with other departments
4. Developing specialist expertise, in line with the firm's Business Plan
Key Responsibilities
5. Assist the department in meeting fee-earning targets by providing advice and assistance to clients of the department and other departments of the firm
6. Conduct matters on behalf of clients across a wide range of property litigation issues
7. Manage support services, including supervising your own secretary (if applicable)
8. Participate in marketing and networking activities, whether firm-wide, departmental, or office-based
9. Maintain financial control, particularly around cash flow, by managing the collection of monies on account and billing procedures
10. Contribute to the Dispute Resolution team's activities
What's on Offer?
11. Competitive salary based on experience
12. High-quality work (Legal 500 ranked)
13. A diverse and dynamic caseload
14. The opportunity to work alongside leaders in the Property Litigation field
Requirements
15. Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE
16. Proven experience in property litigation matters
17. Strong communication and client care skills