Litigation Solicitor ( Team Manager ) - Hybrid Available
A well-established legal practice is seeking a proactive and experienced Team Manager (Solicitor) to lead its Landlord and Tenant Litigation Department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified solicitor ready to take on a leadership role in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
About the Role
The successful candidate will manage a busy department handling a wide range of landlord and tenant litigation matters, from standard and accelerated possession claims to defended proceedings.
Litigation Experience: Essential (not necessarily landlord and tenant – training will be provided)
You’ll supervise a team of fee earners and paralegals, oversee departmental processes, and contribute to complex legal work.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and supervise team workloads and performance
* Develop and implement process plans from claim inception to eviction
* Conduct 1-to-1 staff reviews and manage annual leave schedules
* Liaise with clients, courts, and third parties
* Review and improve departmental procedures and time recording systems
* Handle complaints and report to compliance officers
* Attend legal update conferences (virtual/in-person)
* Undertake fee-earning work on defended and complex cases
* Draft legal documents and comply with court directions
* Issue possession claims via online systems and manual applications
* Prepare instructions for counsel and advocates
* Produce possession notices and maintain case management spreadsheets
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a solicitor who is passionate about property law and thrives in a collaborative team environment. You’ll be confident, organised, and ready to take ownership of a growing department.
* Qualified Solicitor with 6 Months to 1+ years PQE
* Managerial experience or readiness to step into a leadership role
* Solid knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes
* Excellent IT and case management skills
* Confident communicator with clients and third parties
* Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
* High attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality
* Creative thinker with a flexible approach to problem-solving
* Location: Eastbourne
* Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm (1-hour lunch break; office closes at 5:00 pm)
* Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
* Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications
* Holiday Entitlement: 25 days + Bank Holidays (pro-rata)
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