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Your new firm Our client is a well-established UK law firm with a strong national presence and an excellent reputation in property litigation and real estate. Ranked by Chambers and Legal 500 and listed among The Times Best Law Firms, this firm is widely recognised for its collaborative approach, high standards of client service, and forward-thinking growth strategy. With a strong track record of financial performance, they continue to invest in their people and foster a supportive, inclusive workplace. Your new role There are multiple opportunities within the Property Litigation team, ranging from Solicitor to Associate and Senior Associate level. This is an exciting chance to join a highly regarded team in Bristol that acts for a diverse range of clients, including institutional landlords, investors, developers, and private individuals, on a broad spectrum of contentious property issues. You will work closely with partners and senior lawyers on matters such as co-ownership and neighbour disputes (including rights of way, adverse possession, and boundary issues), lease and tenancy disputes, commercial rent recovery, enforcement of charges, possession claims, professional negligence claims, and rectifying historic title issues. Alongside this, you'll play an active role in supporting and mentoring junior lawyers and paralegals, contributing to the team's collaborative culture and helping to deliver excellent client service. For more senior roles, there will be opportunities to lead on complex cases and support business development initiatives. What you'll need to succeed You will have strong experience in property litigation, ideally gained at a regional or national law firm, and be comfortable managing a varied caseload independently. Experience handling housing disrepair claims is highly desirable, alongside excellent technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and confidence in dealing with both residential and commercial contentious property matters. You'll be a natural communicator who builds trust and rapport with clients and colleagues, demonstrating a proactive, client-focused approach. While PQE requirements vary by position, we welcome applications from newly qualified solicitors through to those with significant post-qualification experience. What you'll get in return They offer a highly competitive package designed to support both professional growth and personal wellbeing. This includes a comprehensive range of benefits, flexible working arrangements, and a culture that values collaboration and inclusivity. The firm is committed to providing ongoing development opportunities, from structured training to sector-focused events, helping you build expertise and expand your network. You will also be encouraged to take an active role in shaping the future of the practice through business development initiatives, while enjoying clear pathways for career progression within a forward-thinking and supportive environment. What you need to do now If you are interested in this role or would like further information, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. If this job isn't quite right for you but you're exploring new opportunities, we'd still love to hear from you. We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk JBRP1_UKTJ

Your new firm Our client is a leading UK law firm with a strong national presence and a growing reputation in housing, local government, and health and social care. Consistently ranked in Chambers and Legal 500 and recognised as one of The Times Best Law Firms, the firm is known for its collaborative culture, commitment to excellence, and ambitious growth plans. With sustained revenue and profit growth, they continue to invest in their people and offer a supportive, inclusive environment with flexible working and comprehensive benefits. Your new role There are multiple opportunities within the Housing Management team - from newly-qualified Solicitor to Associate and Senior Associate. This is an exciting chance to join one of the largest housing management practices in the country, advising a wide range of clients including housing associations, local authorities, care providers, and charities.The role will have a strong focus on housing disrepair claims, alongside other housing management and property-related disputes. You will be involved in possession and injunction claims, breach of tenancy matters, and cases involving the Equality Act and Mental Capacity Act. You will also advise on leasehold management and service charge disputes. For more senior roles, there may be opportunities to mentor junior colleagues and support business development initiatives. What you'll need to succeed You will have strong litigation experience, ideally within property disputes, and excellent drafting skills combined with commercial awareness. The ability to manage your own caseload and meet client expectations is essential. While experience in housing management is desirable, it is not essential, and candidates with a background in property litigation will be considered. You should be confident working directly with clients and have a proactive, client-focused approach. What you need to do now If you are interested in these roles or would like further information, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. If these jobs aren't quite right for you but you're exploring new opportunities, we'd still love to hear from you. We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk JBRP1_UKTJ