Residential Conveyancer

Location: Afreton

Salary: £55,000 to £60,000

Experience: 5+ years’ PQE

If you are an experienced residential conveyancer who enjoys running your own files, keeping transactions moving, and delivering a genuinely high standard of client care, this is a great opportunity to join a busy property team with a supportive culture and clear progression.

Our client is looking to hire a Residential Conveyancer into its Alfreton office. You will manage a full caseload from instruction through to completion, working closely with clients, agents, lenders and third parties to ensure smooth, efficient transactions.

This role is well suited to someone who is confident handling a broad range of residential matters, can work independently, and is happy to support colleagues when needed. You will be trusted with responsibility, encouraged to build relationships with referrers, and given the space to deliver excellent service.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion

• Handling sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, and leasehold and freehold transactions

• Maintaining accurate file records, correspondence and system updates

• Drafting and preparing legal documents including contracts, transfer deeds and completion statements

• Reviewing title documents, leases, searches and supporting paperwork for accuracy and compliance

• Preparing clear reports on title and advising clients in a straightforward, jargon-free way

• Liaising with clients by phone, email, letter and in person, including overseeing document signing

• Communicating with estate agents, lenders, brokers, surveyors, solicitors and local authorities

• Handling enquiries and requisitions, and coordinating exchange and completion dates

• Submitting SDLT forms and registering completed transactions with the Land Registry

• Ensuring compliance with AML requirements, CQS standards, trust registration and internal policies

• Identifying and escalating risks where needed

• Supporting business development and marketing activity, and building relationships with referrers and agents

• Supervising administrative staff and paralegals where required

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer

• 5+ years’ PQE (or equivalent experience) managing files from instruction to completion

• Strong experience across leasehold and freehold transactions

• Confident running a busy caseload independently, with strong organisation and time management

• Excellent written and verbal communication, with a calm and professional approach

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Confident IT user with experience of case management systems

• Experience with LEAP is helpful

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary of £55,000 to £60,000 (depending on experience)

• Hybrid working (2 days from home, 3 days in the office)

• Opportunities for career progression within a supportive team

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Modern, well-equipped office environment

• Supportive culture that values initiative, autonomy and collaboration

• Involvement in firm-wide initiatives and business development activity

Working Arrangements

Hybrid working is available, with an expectation of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Next Steps (How to Apply)

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 the strictest confidence. We will never share your details with any client without your express permission.

Residential Conveyancer

Location: Solihull

Salary: £55,000 to £60,000

Experience: 5+ years’ PQE

If you are an experienced residential conveyancer who enjoys running your own files, keeping transactions moving, and delivering a genuinely high standard of client care, this is a great opportunity to join a busy property team with a supportive culture and clear progression.

Our client is looking to hire a Residential Conveyancer into its Solihull office. You will manage a full caseload from instruction through to completion, working closely with clients, agents, lenders and third parties to ensure smooth, efficient transactions.

This role is well suited to someone who is confident handling a broad range of residential matters, can work independently, and is happy to support colleagues when needed. You will be trusted with responsibility, encouraged to build relationships with referrers, and given the space to deliver excellent service.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing a full caseload of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion

• Handling sales, purchases, remortgages, transfers of equity, and leasehold and freehold transactions

• Maintaining accurate file records, correspondence and system updates

• Drafting and preparing legal documents including contracts, transfer deeds and completion statements

• Reviewing title documents, leases, searches and supporting paperwork for accuracy and compliance

• Preparing clear reports on title and advising clients in a straightforward, jargon-free way

• Liaising with clients by phone, email, letter and in person, including overseeing document signing

• Communicating with estate agents, lenders, brokers, surveyors, solicitors and local authorities

• Handling enquiries and requisitions, and coordinating exchange and completion dates

• Submitting SDLT forms and registering completed transactions with the Land Registry

• Ensuring compliance with AML requirements, CQS standards, trust registration and internal policies

• Identifying and escalating risks where needed

• Supporting business development and marketing activity, and building relationships with referrers and agents

• Supervising administrative staff and paralegals where required

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer

• 5+ years’ PQE (or equivalent experience) managing files from instruction to completion

• Strong experience across leasehold and freehold transactions

• Confident running a busy caseload independently, with strong organisation and time management

• Excellent written and verbal communication, with a calm and professional approach

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Confident IT user with experience of case management systems

• Experience with LEAP is helpful

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary of £55,000 to £60,000 (depending on experience)

• Hybrid working (2 days from home, 3 days in the office)

• Opportunities for career progression within a supportive team

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Modern, well-equipped office environment

• Supportive culture that values initiative, autonomy and collaboration

• Involvement in firm-wide initiatives and business development activity

Working Arrangements

Hybrid working is available, with an expectation of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Next Steps (How to Apply)

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 the strictest confidence. We will never share your details with any client without your express permission.

Non-Contentious Construction Lawyer (Associate)

Location: London

Salary: £110,000 to £140,000, plus bonus and benefits

Experience: 4 to 6 years’ PQE

If you are a non-contentious construction lawyer who enjoys complex, high value projects and wants a role that sits right at the centre of the energy transition and major development work, this is a strong move.

Our client is looking to hire an Associate into its London Construction & Development team, due to sustained growth across mandates in energy, renewables, data centres and major infrastructure. You will work on a broad mix of UK and international matters, with exposure across the full lifecycle of engineering and construction projects.

This role offers genuine variety, including a particular focus on energy transition projects (offshore wind, solar, green hydrogen, biofuels, pumped storage and hydro), as well as power, utilities, process plant, data centres and complex civil engineering. You will also support market-leading real estate development work, including retail, town centre regeneration, office, leisure, residential, hotel and mixed-use schemes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting workstreams on major UK and international projects across energy, infrastructure, data centres and commercial development

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating construction and engineering documentation, including JCT, NEC, FIDIC and bespoke contracts

• Advising on procurement strategy, risk allocation, commercial issues and project delivery considerations

• Working on professional appointments, collateral warranties, guarantees, security documents and long-term operational agreements

• Taking ownership of matters early, coordinating documentation, advising on key issues and building direct client relationships

• Supporting business development activity, contributing to pitches and client relationship management

• Mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to know-how, precedents and training

What We’re Looking For

• 4 to 6 years’ PQE in non-contentious construction law

• Strong experience advising on energy, renewables, power, utilities, infrastructure, data centres and/or commercial development projects

• Confident drafting and negotiation skills across JCT, NEC and bespoke agreements (FIDIC and/or international project documentation is helpful)

• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients and project teams

• Excellent drafting, analytical and document management skills, with the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines

• Commercial, collaborative approach and a genuine interest in understanding clients’ businesses

What’s On Offer

• 28 days’ holiday

• Private healthcare (with the option to add family at employee cost)

• Pension (4% match for the first 6 months, then 6%)

• Life insurance (4x salary)

• Income protection (after 26 weeks)

• Hybrid or agile working (where the role allows)

• Annual wellbeing programme and Mental Health First Aiders

• 24/7 employee care helpline

• Discounted gym membership

• Cycle to work scheme

• Technology benefit scheme

• Employee-funded dental scheme

• Travel loan

• CSR and volunteering opportunities

• Affinity networks and an inclusive, people-first culture

• Learning and development support, including mentoring and sponsorship

• Employee offers and discounts

Working Arrangements

This is a London-based role with hybrid working available, depending on matter and client needs.

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to David on  d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence. We will never share your details with any client without your express permission.

Real Estate Finance Lawyer (Associate)

Location: London

Salary: £95,000 to £120,000, plus bonus and benefits

Experience: 1+ years’ PQE

If you are a real estate finance lawyer looking for a role where you can build genuine depth across lender-side and borrower-side transactions, this is a strong opportunity to step into a busy, high-quality pipeline and take on responsibility early.

Our client is looking to hire an Associate into its London Real Estate Finance team. The work spans domestic and cross-border real estate backed transactions across a broad range of asset classes and funding structures, with the chance to work closely with senior lawyers in a supportive, high-performing environment.

You will support a market-leading team advising major banks, debt funds, insurers and other financial institutions, as well as investors, developers, blue-chip property companies and family offices. The role offers exposure to varied finance work including development finance, hotel finance, Islamic finance and mezzanine finance, with matters spanning sectors such as hotels and leisure, PRS, student accommodation, logistics and offices.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Advising on the finance aspects of real estate backed transactions

• Supporting lender-side and borrower-side real estate finance matters, including domestic and cross-border deals

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating transaction documents and ancillary documentation

• Working on a mix of development finance, hotel finance, Islamic finance and mezzanine finance transactions

• Managing your workload across multiple matters and deadlines, with strong attention to detail

• Building direct client relationships and delivering clear, commercial advice

• Contributing to business development activity and supporting the growth of the practice

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified lawyer with 1+ years’ PQE and relevant experience from a major law firm

• Experience working on real estate finance transactions

• Strong technical knowledge of finance transactions and excellent drafting skills

• Strong academic background

• Proactive, self-motivated approach with sound judgement and strong attention to detail

• Confident communicator with strong client relationship skills

• Organised and able to manage competing deadlines

• Collaborative team player who enjoys working in a friendly, collegiate environment

What’s On Offer

• 28 days’ holiday

• Private healthcare (with the option to add family at employee cost)

• Pension (4% match for the first 6 months, then 6%)

• Life insurance (4x salary)

• Income protection (after 26 weeks)

• Annual wellbeing programme and Mental Health First Aiders

• 24/7 employee care helpline

• Hybrid or agile working (where the role allows)

• Technology benefit scheme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Discounted gym membership

• Employee-funded dental scheme

• Travel loan

• CSR and volunteering opportunities

• Learning and development support, including mentoring and sponsorship

• Affinity networks and an inclusive, people-first culture

• Employee offers and discounts

Working Arrangements

This is a London-based role with hybrid working available, depending on matter and client needs.

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to David on  d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence. We will never share your details with any client without your express permission.

Real Estate Investments Lawyer (Associate)

Location: London (hybrid working)

Salary: £95,000 to £140,000 (dependent on experience)

Experience: NQ to 4 years’ PQE (Corporate Real Estate / Real Estate Investments)

If you’re a corporate transactional lawyer who wants to specialise in real estate, this is a strong opportunity to join a growing Real Estate Investments team in London, advising on complex, high-value real estate investment and corporate real estate transactions.

This role suits someone with solid corporate M&A and joint venture experience who enjoys fast-paced deal work, likes taking ownership of workstreams, and wants to build a long-term career in the real estate sector.

Our client is looking for Associates (ideally NQ to 4 years’ PQE) to support a busy Real Estate Investments practice advising on corporate real estate M&A, real estate-backed joint ventures and indirect real estate investment structures. The work spans domestic and cross-border transactions, with exposure to sophisticated investment structures and multi-disciplinary deal teams.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Advising on the structuring, establishment, operation, restructuring and exit of joint ventures and other indirect real estate investment structures (including corporate vehicles, partnerships and unit trust structures)

• Supporting complex corporate M&A transactions in the real estate sector, including cross-border deals and portfolio transactions

• Acting as a point of contact for a range of clients and stakeholders, providing clear, strategic advice and supporting relationship management

• Driving transactions forward by taking day-to-day responsibility for matter conduct, managing risk, and coordinating input from colleagues across tax, finance, real estate and other relevant disciplines

• Supporting complex asset and portfolio management mandates, including reorganisations, refinancings and exits

• Contributing to business development activity, including pitches, thought leadership and client relationship programmes

• Supervising and supporting the development of junior lawyers and trainees, providing constructive feedback and helping build a cohesive, high-performing team

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (England and Wales) at NQ to 4 years’ PQE (or equivalent) with experience in corporate transactions

• Strong interest in focusing your practice on the real estate sector

• Experience advising on M&A and joint venture transactions, including drafting and negotiating key documents

• Exposure to indirect real estate investment structures and/or structured real estate joint ventures (helpful, but not essential at junior levels)

• Ability to take day-to-day responsibility for matters, manage timetables and deliver high-quality work with appropriate supervision

• Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills, with excellent attention to detail

• Commercial mindset and sector curiosity, with the ability to understand client drivers and translate them into practical advice

• Collaborative approach and confidence working within multi-disciplinary teams

Helpful (but not essential)

• Experience advising on structured real estate joint ventures, including single-asset JVs (development and investment) and platform arrangements (including club deals and quasi-fund investments)

• Experience working with a range of corporate structures and across jurisdictions commonly used for real estate investment transactions

What’s On Offer

• Hybrid working (working pattern to be confirmed, depending on role and client requirements)

• Competitive financial package, including discretionary bonus (performance dependent)

• Private medical insurance, with options to upgrade and add family cover

• Pension with matched employer contributions (up to 5%)

• Life assurance (4x salary) and income protection cover

• 25 days’ annual leave, rising to 27 with service, plus the option to buy or sell up to one week per year

• Sabbatical leave options (subject to eligibility)

• Health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 employee assistance programme and counselling

• Wellbeing subsidy towards gym, sports membership or wellbeing apps

• Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loan

• CSR day for volunteering (1 day per year) and payroll giving scheme

• Discounts and rewards portal, plus peer and manager recognition schemes

Working Arrangements

Full-time, permanent role based in London, with hybrid working (pattern to be confirmed, depending on role and client requirements).

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to David on d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Senior Corporate / Private Equity Real Estate Lawyer

Location: London (hybrid working)

Salary: £150,000 to £210,000 (dependent on experience)

Experience: 6+ years’ PQE (Real Estate Investments / Corporate Real Estate / PERE)

If you’re a senior corporate real estate lawyer who enjoys leading complex deals, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior lawyers, this is a high-impact opportunity within a Real Estate Investments team in London.

You’ll take a lead role on sophisticated Private Equity Real Estate and corporate real estate transactions, advising on indirect investment structures, real estate-backed joint ventures, strategic asset management and corporate real estate M&A. The work is complex, fast-paced and high value, with plenty of scope to build your profile and play a visible role in the continued growth of the practice.

Our client is looking to hire a senior lawyer (typically 6+ years’ PQE) with strong experience in Real Estate Investments, Corporate Real Estate, Real Estate M&A and/or Private Equity Real Estate. This is a leadership-leaning role with real responsibility for matter delivery, client relationships and team development.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and supervising complex corporate M&A transactions in the real estate sector, including cross-border deals and portfolio transactions

• Advising on the structuring, establishment, operation, restructuring and exit of joint ventures and other indirect real estate investment structures (including corporate vehicles, partnerships and unit trust structures)

• Acting as a senior point of contact for clients, providing clear strategic advice and supporting relationship management

• Driving transactions forward by taking day-to-day responsibility for matter conduct, managing risk, and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams across tax, finance, real estate and other relevant disciplines

• Handling complex asset and portfolio management mandates, including reorganisations, refinancings and exits

• Contributing to business development activity, including pitches, thought leadership and client relationship programmes

• Supervising and developing junior lawyers and trainees, providing constructive feedback and supporting technical and commercial development

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (England and Wales) with 6+ years’ PQE (or equivalent) in Real Estate Investments / Corporate Real Estate / PERE / Real Estate M&A

• Strong track record of leading or front-line managing negotiations on share sale and purchase agreements, joint venture arrangements and related documentation

• Experience across a range of structures including corporate vehicles, partnerships, unit trust structures and fund/club deal arrangements

• Proven ability to take full day-to-day responsibility for complex matters, including conditions precedent processes, workstream management and timetable control

• Strong commercial acumen and sector awareness, with the ability to align advice to client investment strategies and risk appetite

• Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail

• Leadership capability and confidence mentoring others, with a collaborative, supportive approach

• Resilient, organised and proactive, with a strong commitment to client service

What’s On Offer

• Hybrid working (working pattern to be confirmed, depending on role and client requirements)

• Competitive financial package, including discretionary bonus (performance dependent)

• Private medical insurance, with options to upgrade and add family cover

• Pension with matched employer contributions (up to 5%)

• Life assurance (4x salary) and income protection cover

• 25 days’ annual leave, rising to 27 with service, plus the option to buy or sell up to one week per year

• Sabbatical leave options (subject to eligibility)

• Health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 employee assistance programme and counselling

• Wellbeing subsidy towards gym, sports membership or wellbeing apps

• Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loan

• CSR day for volunteering (1 day per year) and payroll giving scheme

• Discounts and rewards portal, plus peer and manager recognition schemes

Working Arrangements

Full-time, permanent role based in London, with hybrid working (pattern to be confirmed, depending on role and client requirements).

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to David on d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Non-Contentious Construction Lawyer (Associate)

Location: Leeds (hybrid working)

Salary: £75,000 to £95,000 (dependent on experience)

Experience: 4 to 6 years’ PQE (Non-Contentious Construction)

If you’re a non-contentious Construction lawyer who wants genuinely big-ticket projects, direct client exposure, and a role that sits right in the middle of the energy transition, this is a standout opportunity to join a market-leading Construction & Engineering team in Leeds or Manchester.

You’ll advise across a broad mix of UK and international mandates, spanning energy, renewables, utilities, data centres and major infrastructure, alongside high-quality real estate development work. The work is varied, fast-moving and strategically important, with early responsibility and strong long-term progression.

Due to sustained growth across the practice, our client is looking to recruit a 4 to 6 PQE Associate to support major projects from procurement through to delivery. You’ll work closely with senior lawyers in a high-performing environment, while taking real ownership of workstreams and building trusted client relationships.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting workstreams on major UK and international construction and infrastructure projects, advising clients across energy, utilities, renewables, transport, data centres and development

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of project documents, including JCT, NEC, FIDIC and bespoke construction contracts

• Advising on appointments, warranties, guarantees, security documents, framework agreements and long-term service contracts

• Providing strategic commercial, procurement and risk allocation advice to stakeholders including developers, funders, utilities, public sector bodies, operators, contractors and supply chain participants

• Taking ownership of matters and supporting the growth of the practice through client relationship management, business development and mentoring junior colleagues

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (England and Wales) with 4 to 6 years’ PQE (or equivalent) in non-contentious construction

• Experience advising on complex construction and engineering projects across energy, renewables, utilities, infrastructure, data centres and development

• Strong understanding of standard form and bespoke construction contracts, including JCT and NEC

• Exposure to FIDIC, EPC, EPCM or other international documentation (helpful, but not essential)

• Strong drafting, analytical and matter management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain excellent client service

• Confident relationship builder, able to deliver commercially focused advice aligned to client objectives and risk appetite

What’s On Offer

• Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home per week, depending on role and location)

• Competitive financial package, including discretionary bonus (performance dependent)

• Private medical insurance, with options to upgrade and add family cover

• Pension with matched employer contributions (up to 5%)

• Life assurance (4x salary) and income protection cover

• 25 days’ annual leave, rising to 27 with service, plus the option to buy or sell up to one week per year

• Sabbatical leave options (subject to eligibility)

• Health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 employee assistance programme and counselling

• Wellbeing subsidy towards gym, sports membership or wellbeing apps

• Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loan

• CSR day for volunteering (1 day per year) and payroll giving scheme

• Discounts and rewards portal, plus peer and manager recognition schemes

Working Arrangements

Full-time, permanent role based in Leeds or Manchester, with hybrid working typically 2 days from home per week (depending on role and location).

Next Steps (How to Apply)

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 treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Planning Lawyer (Associate / Managing Associate)

Location: Leeds (hybrid working)

Salary: £75,000 to £105,000 (dependent on experience)

Experience: 4 to 8 years’ PQE (Planning & Infrastructure Consenting)

If you’re a Planning and Infrastructure Consenting lawyer who wants to work on nationally significant projects, take real ownership of workstreams, and build a long-term leadership path, this is a key strategic hire within a market-leading national team.

This role offers exposure to major infrastructure, energy, transport, utilities and regeneration matters, with the chance to deepen client relationships, supervise junior colleagues, and develop your external market profile. You’ll be based in Leeds, working as part of a collaborative national practice.

Our client is hiring in response to sustained growth in demand across all project sectors. The team advises on planning, infrastructure and public law issues that sit at the heart of complex projects, and works closely with colleagues across real estate, construction, environment, procurement, finance and corporate to provide joined-up advice across the full project lifecycle.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Advising on planning, infrastructure and highways law in relation to major development, energy, transport and utilities projects

• Supporting and, where appropriate, leading workstreams on Development Consent Orders (DCOs) for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects and other strategic consenting regimes

• Advising on compulsory purchase, land assembly, statutory powers and related implementation matters

• Managing day-to-day client relationships, taking ownership of deliverables, transaction management and matter progression

• Working directly with senior lawyers on nationally significant and market-shaping mandates

• Supervising junior team members and supporting their development

• Developing expertise across front-end advisory work and contentious or challenge-related matters, while building sector-specific specialisms

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (England and Wales) with 4 to 8 years’ PQE (or equivalent) in Planning & Infrastructure Consenting

• Significant experience advising on infrastructure, energy, utilities and/or major development projects

• Experience advising on one or more of: Development Consent Orders (DCOs), Transport and Works Act Orders (TWAOs) and other major infrastructure consenting regimes

• Strong capability in town and country planning matters, highways law and infrastructure agreements (or closely related areas)

• Ability to manage substantial drafting and advisory responsibilities on complex matters with appropriate independence

• Experience advising on protective provisions, asset protection agreements, access arrangements, operational matters and regulatory interfaces affecting infrastructure operators

• Strong understanding of local government law, statutory powers and public authority decision-making processes

• Proven ability to manage complex transactions and projects, delivering high-quality work to deadlines

What’s On Offer

• Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home per week, depending on role and location)

• Competitive financial package, including discretionary bonus (performance dependent)

• Private medical insurance, with options to upgrade and add family cover

• Pension with matched employer contributions (up to 5%)

• Life assurance (4x salary) and income protection cover

• 25 days’ annual leave, rising to 27 with service, plus the option to buy or sell up to one week per year

• Sabbatical leave options (subject to eligibility)

• Health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 employee assistance programme and counselling

• Wellbeing subsidy towards gym, sports membership or wellbeing apps

• Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loan

• CSR day for volunteering (1 day per year) and payroll giving scheme

• Discounts and rewards portal, plus peer and manager recognition schemes

Working Arrangements

Full-time, permanent role based in Leeds, with hybrid working typically 2 days from home per week (depending on role and location).

Next Steps (How to Apply)

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 treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.

Commercial Disputes Lawyer (Associate, 12 Month FTC)

Location: Leeds (hybrid working)

Salary: £55,000 to £75,000 (dependent on experience)

Experience: Associate level (commercial litigation)

If you’re a commercial disputes lawyer who enjoys varied, fast-moving work and wants to join a supportive team on a dedicated client project, this 12-month fixed-term contract in Leeds is a strong opportunity.

You’ll work alongside an experienced disputes team within a national practice, advising on a broad range of commercial litigation matters. While this is a fixed-term role, there may be opportunities to secure a permanent position, subject to business need, performance and a review closer to the end of the contract.

Our client is looking to appoint an Associate to support a dedicated client project within its Commercial Disputes practice. The team is known for its commercial, practical approach to resolving business disputes, using a blend of formal proceedings and alternative dispute resolution.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting a dedicated client project within the Commercial Disputes team

• Advising on a broad range of complex and varied commercial litigation matters

• Assisting with formal proceedings, including court and arbitral proceedings

• Supporting alternative dispute resolution work, including negotiation, mediation and adjudication

• Working closely with colleagues across other practice areas where disputes arise from underlying transactions

• Supporting fee earners on complex matters, managing deadlines and maintaining strong drafting standards

• Contributing to training and marketing activity as appropriate

What We’re Looking For

• Associate-level experience in general commercial litigation

• Sound technical understanding of the law, with strong drafting and communication skills

• A commercial, common-sense approach to problem solving

• Ability to work to deadlines in a challenging environment

• Self-motivated and keen to get involved in training and marketing

• Collaborative approach and ability to work well as part of a team, including cross-office working

Helpful (but not essential)

• Experience of defender personal injury work

What’s On Offer

• 12-month fixed-term contract within a supportive, high-performing team

• Hybrid working (working pattern to be confirmed, depending on role and client requirements)

• Competitive financial package, including discretionary bonus (performance dependent)

• Private medical insurance, with options to upgrade and add family cover

• Pension with matched employer contributions (up to 5%)

• Life assurance (4x salary) and income protection cover

• 25 days’ annual leave, rising to 27 with service, plus the option to buy or sell up to one week per year

• Sabbatical leave options (subject to eligibility)

• Health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 employee assistance programme and counselling

• Wellbeing subsidy towards gym, sports membership or wellbeing apps

• Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loan

• CSR day for volunteering (1 day per year) and payroll giving scheme

• Discounts and rewards portal, plus peer and manager recognition schemes

Working Arrangements

Full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract based in Leeds, with hybrid working (pattern to be confirmed, depending on role and client requirements).

Next Steps (How to Apply)

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 treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.