Job title: Property Litigation Partner
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Legal
Sub-Functional Expertise: 10 Year PQE Director/Partner
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £140,000.00
Location: London, UK
Job published: 2025-12-10
Job ID: 51419
Contact name: David Hawthorne-Finch
Phone number: +443339962882
Contact email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Job Description

Property Litigation Partner

Location: London

Salary: £110,000–£140,000 + Bonus

 

Leading Real Estate Disputes Team | Genuine Partnership Opportunity

 

Are you a recognised property litigation expert ready to step into a leadership role with a top-tier, forward-thinking law firm?

This is a rare opportunity to join our client’s flagship London team as a Property Litigation Partner, driving business growth and shaping the strategic direction of a high-performing practice.

The Role: Lead, Develop, Deliver

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead on complex and high-value property disputes as the senior lawyer within the team

  • Supervise, develop, and mentor junior fee earners, ensuring best-in-class client service and robust file management

  • Drive client and referrer relationships, exceeding expectations and supporting the growth of key accounts

  • Champion business development, running effective client/referrer plans and converting BD activity into new instructions

  • Expand the practice by broadening expertise into new sectors/markets and generating thought leadership

  • Manage team performance – set SMART objectives, monitor KPIs, and ensure profitability across all matters

  • Continuously improve client feedback processes and implement positive change

What We’re Looking For

Essential Experience & Qualifications

  • 8+ years’ PQE with a strong track record in property/real estate disputes

  • UK-qualified Solicitor with extensive experience in a Real Estate Disputes team

  • Proven expertise in commercial property litigation (e.g. landlord & tenant, development disputes, rights of light, dilapidations)

  • Demonstrable business development success and a strategic approach to growing client portfolios

  • Outstanding client management skills and a commitment to service excellence

  • Experience supervising teams and managing financial KPIs

  • A following or business plan is highly advantageous

Benefits & Career Progression

  • Highly competitive salary (£110,000–£140,000) plus performance bonus

  • Genuine partnership prospects and clear progression pathway

  • Hybrid working (2–3 days in Central London office, remainder remote)

  • Comprehensive private medical insurance, enhanced pension, and life assurance

  • Generous annual leave and wellbeing support

  • Cutting-edge technology and modern office environment

  • Ongoing leadership development and firm-wide events

Why Join?

You’ll be joining a successful, collaborative team with a market-leading reputation and a supportive, progressive culture. If you’re ambitious, commercially astute, and ready to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact David Hawthorne-Finch at Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions:

All applications and enquiries will be treated in strict confidence.

 

Our client is a highly respected, award-winning law firm. Full client details provided to shortlisted candidates only. Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to equal opportunities and confidentiality throughout the recruitment process.