Property Litigation Associate / Senior Associate


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£55,000 to £85,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leeds, LS1 8EQ
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 3 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Sept 2026
Closing date:	22 Oct 2026

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Summary

Your new company

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded national law firm with a strong presence in the Yorkshire market. The firm has an established Property Litigation team that advises a diverse client base including developers, investors, landlords, tenants, property management companies and public sector organisations.

Due to continued growth, the firm is looking to appoint an Associate and/or Senior Associate to strengthen its Leeds-based team.

Your new role

You will join a busy and well-respected property disputes practice, handling a broad range of contentious real estate matters while working closely with colleagues across the wider real estate and litigation teams.

Your caseload will include:

Commercial landlord and tenant disputes

Lease renewals, terminations and break notices

Dilapidation claims

Forfeiture and possession proceedings

Rent recovery and service charge disputes

Development and construction-related property disputes

Easements, rights of way and restrictive covenant matters

Boundary and ownership disputes

Property insolvency issues

Real estate litigation arising from asset management portfolios

You will have responsibility for managing your own caseload, developing client relationships and supporting business development initiatives across the Yorkshire market.

What you'll need to succeed

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

3+ years' PQE, although applications from all suitably experienced candidates will be considered

Experience handling a broad range of property litigation matters

Strong technical knowledge of commercial property disputes

Excellent client-facing and communication skills

Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment

Interest in business development and networking activities

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary and bonus potential

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

High-quality and complex property litigation work

Clear progression framework with genuine Senior Associate and Partnership prospects

Comprehensive training and professional development support

Strong work-life balance and supportive culture

Market-leading benefits package

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, email or call us now on 0161 228 7770.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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