Property Litigation Associate or Senior Associate 5 to 10 years PQE  

Property litigation Associate or Senior Associate 5 to 10 years PQE  

My client are looking for a Property litigation Associate or Senior Associate to join their established and recognised team in Cardiff

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

·      Working with and advising clients in relation to all aspects of property dispute resolution

·      Either an existing expertise in contentious probate work or an interest in developing that area further would be advantageous

·      The role will involve acting for a wide range of public, private, SME and individual clients

·      Involvement in alternative forms of dispute resolution with the need to conduct mediations as and when required

·      Attendance at court when necessary and engaging in advocacy for appropriate hearings

·      Assisting in the management of portfolio clients in respect of their day to day property management requirements

·      Attending business development and networking events and assisting in growing elements of the business

·      Cross selling services by identifying appropriate opportunities to maximize the Firm’s potential.

·      Maintaining the level of competence and knowledge to practice efficiently by keeping abreast with changes and developments in the law and attending training courses

·      Delivering training workshops/ seminars for internal and/or client purposes

·      Assisting in the preparation of legal tenders and attending on pitches as and when required

·      Dealing promptly and pro-actively with client matters

·      Training Junior members of the legal team and supervising and delegating elements of work as appropriate

·      Identifying, interpreting and applying the relevant legal principles.

·      Analysing problems, highlighting areas of risk and thinking critically and creatively to resolve issues.

·      Cost effective handling of matters and a commercial approach to applying the relevant legal principles and advice.

·      Embrace the use of IT solutions to maximise service delivery to client e.g. use of High Q where applicable

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

·         Qualified Solicitor or FILEX with vast experience (5 to 10 years PQE) and a keen interest in property dispute resolution.

·         Strong experience in property litigation and or contested probate work is essential.

·         Analytical and detail focused with strong sense of commercial awareness.

·         Supervision experience and proven track record in developing junior team members.

·         Strong team player.

·         Ability to manage highly complex caseloads and work under pressure.

·         Ability to use initiative and be self-motivated.

·         Always work in a cross functional manner as is necessary to meet the Company’s goals.

·         Excellent communication and organisational skills.

·         To be able to project a professional image and to deal confidently with clients.

·         Strong experience using the Microsoft Package and Case Management Systems.

For a confidential discussion on this role please contact Daniel Mason at our head offices. Click the Apply button to apply for this role.