Property Disputes - 6PQE+

Property Litigation Managing Associate 6+ PQE Birmingham

BCL are working with a highly regarded national law firm seeking an experienced Property Litigation Solicitor with 6+ years' PQE to join their established team as a Managing Associate in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to join a nationally recognised real estate disputes practice handling complex and high-value matters within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

The Role

• Manage a varied caseload of property litigation matters with minimal supervision.
• Advise a broad client base including public sector organisations, local authorities, government bodies and commercial clients.
• Handle a range of real estate disputes including landlord and tenant, development disputes, easements, rights of way, trespass, nuisance and possession matters.
• Work closely with Partners on key client relationships and strategic client matters.
• Support and supervise junior lawyers, providing guidance and mentoring where required.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and help grow the team's regional and national presence.
• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple offices on large-scale and cross-jurisdictional matters.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with 6+ years' PQE in property litigation or real estate disputes.
• Strong technical experience managing a broad range of contentious property matters.
• Ability to manage files independently while maintaining excellent client service standards.
• Experience supervising junior team members or managing more junior lawyers.
• Commercially aware with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused approach.
• Organised, proactive and able to manage competing deadlines effectively.

Desirable Skills

• Experience advising public sector clients, local authorities or government departments.
• Existing business development experience or interest in client relationship management.
• Experience working across multi-office or national teams.

Benefits

• Join a Chambers-ranked and Legal 500 recognised property litigation team.
• Work on high-profile and complex disputes for major national clients.
• Clear opportunities for progression into senior leadership roles.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Inclusive and collaborative firm culture with strong investment in career development.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior property litigator looking to take the next step within a leading national team. For a confidential discussion, contact BCL Legal.