Job Description Real Estate Dispute Resolution Associate Location : Manchester Salary : £65,000 to £90,000 bonus (dependent on experience) Experience : 2 to 5 years’ PQE (preferred) This is a great opportunity for a property litigation solicitor to join a specialist Real Estate Dispute Resolution team in Manchester, working on a broad mix of contentious property matters. You’ll run your own caseload with appropriate supervision, support on more complex disputes and ADR, and build strong client relationships across a varied client base. The Opportunity Advise on landlord and tenant disputes (including lease renewals, dilapidations and forfeiture) Handle development-related disputes (including rights of light, restrictive covenants and boundary issues) Manage possession claims and trespass actions Support property insolvency and enforcement work Draft pleadings, witness statements and instructions to counsel Attend hearings, mediations and client meetings Manage your own caseload with appropriate supervision Support senior colleagues on complex litigation and ADR matters Contribute to team training, knowledge sharing and mentoring junior team members Get involved in marketing and business development initiatives What We’re Looking For Essential Qualified solicitor in England and Wales Experience in contentious property / real estate dispute resolution Strong technical knowledge of real estate law and dispute resolution processes Experience of County Court and/or First-tier Tribunal proceedings Excellent written and verbal communication Organised, methodical approach with strong attention to detail Commercial mindset and a collaborative working style Desirable 2 to 5 years’ PQE in property litigation (or equivalent experience) Experience handling a broad range of landlord and tenant and development-related disputes What’s On Offer Salary of £65,000 to £90,000 bonus (dependent on experience) Manchester location Varied caseload across litigation and ADR Support, coaching and structured development opportunities Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options (including annual leave options, pension, wellbeing support and additional benefits) About Our Client Our client is a national law firm with a specialist property disputes capability, known for straight-talking, commercially focused advice and a collaborative approach. The team acts for a broad range of clients including developers, investors, landlords, tenants and public sector bodies. Location & Working Arrangements Manchester. Flexible working patterns are available. Next Steps Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information. All applications will be handled in strict confidence. Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to ethical recruitment and the highest standards of confidentiality for all applicants.