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Real Estate Litigation Director

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Legal
    Real Estate & Property
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You should be a qualified lawyer with 7-10 years' PQE in complex property litigation, possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, and have experience mentoring juniors.
  • You will manage complex property disputes, mentor junior team members, drive team growth, and collaborate with the Real Estate department in Manchester and London.

Requirements

  • Qualified lawyer between 7-10 years' PQE with proven expertise in complex property litigation matters
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Strong academics
  • Confident, personable with good client management skills
  • Experience in training and mentoring juniors
  • Excellent case management skills
  • Entrepreneurial and ambitious
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • You will deal with a broad array of stand-alone high value, complex commercial property disputes, in addition to landlord and tenant, asset management and development work.
  • You will be the most senior member of the Manchester team, so will be responsible for leading, mentoring and supervising the junior members of the team (currently comprising a solicitor apprentice, paralegal and associate solicitor).
  • You will be responsible for working with senior members of the national team to drive the growth of the team in Manchester.
  • You will work closely with the firm's Real Estate department, both in Manchester and London.

FAQs

What is the role of the Real Estate Litigation Director in the Manchester office?

The Real Estate Litigation Director will lead and mentor the Manchester team, drive the growth of the Property Litigation offering in the North-West, and handle complex commercial property disputes.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should be qualified lawyers with 7-10 years' PQE and proven expertise in complex property litigation matters.

Is there an opportunity for career advancement in this role?

Yes, there is a clear roadmap to partnership for the right individual.

How large is the Property Litigation team currently?

The Property Litigation team currently comprises 14 fee earners in total.

What kind of clients does the Property Litigation team work with?

The team acts for developers, occupiers, and some major institutional clients.

What kind of work will the Director be involved in?

The Director will deal with high value, complex commercial property disputes, landlord and tenant issues, asset management, and development work.

What leadership responsibilities does this role entail?

The Director will be responsible for leading, mentoring, and supervising the junior members of the team.

Does Fieldfisher prioritize inclusiveness and diversity in their hiring process?

Yes, Fieldfisher focuses on removing accessibility barriers and maximizing disability and neurodiversity inclusion.

What benefits does Fieldfisher offer to its employees?

The benefits package includes private health insurance, life assurance, income protection, flexi-gym discounts, season ticket loans, bike-to-work loans, an electric vehicle scheme, and more.

Where is Fieldfisher's Manchester office located?

Fieldfisher Manchester is located at No 1. Spinningfields, which is one of the city's most vibrant destinations.

How does Fieldfisher promote a collaborative culture?

Fieldfisher fosters a culture that encourages individuality and collaboration through various clubs, networks, and a supportive working environment.

Will I receive support for personal development and training?

Yes, Fieldfisher provides bespoke support for career development, including funding for professional development qualifications and structured career planning.

What sectors does Fieldfisher focus on?

Fieldfisher has market-leading practices in sectors like technology, financial services, energy & natural resources, and life sciences.

A law firm built around people

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1989
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Fieldfisher is an enterprising European law firm built around people. We have market-leading practices in our four key sectors of energy and natural resources, technology, financial services and life sciences. Fieldfisher helps clients keep pace with an unpredictable and continually evolving world, with a sector-diverse team of specialist dispute resolution lawyers on hand to assist with conflicts, whatever the size or subject matter. Our network spans over 1,500 people across 25 international offices, all of which offer clients highly commercial, pragmatic advice. We are based in Belgium, China, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Spain, the UK and the US. Fieldfisher was highly commended for its approach to legal services in the European FT Innovative Lawyers Awards 2019.

Culture & Values

  • Putting People First means colleagues, clients and communities at the forefront of all we do, wherever we are, whoever we are.

  • Embracing ESG means we collectively recognise our role in leaving things better than we found them.

  • Collaboration as the catalyst for success, means it is up to all of us to do the right thing, at the right time in the right way.

Benefits

  • Cycle to Work scheme

  • Dental insurance*

  • Discounted gym memberships

  • Employee assistance programme

  • Eye tests

  • Flu vaccination

  • Health cash plan*

  • Private medical insurance (incl. dependents)*