Property Litigation Solicitor in Hove

To support our service expansion and increasing clientele, we are actively recruiting for an energetic and driven Property Litigation Solicitor to join our growing property litigation team. This opportunity will be based in our vibrant Hove office and will offer an exceptional platform for a newly-qualified solicitor, or one with up to 4 years’ PQE who is eager to advance their career.

Our Property Litigation Solicitor will take an active role in amplifying the firm's business development efforts through networking engagements and written contributions. They will forge meaningful collaborations with business owners, portfolio landlords and high-profile corporations and play a pivotal role in growing our clientele in both London and Sussex.

The responsibilities for this role encompass managing your own caseload, with support from the wider team. Our property litigation team deals with a variety of disputes and this role will offer the opportunity to work on a wide range of property litigation, including:

• Landlord, tenant and leaseholder disputes
• Boundary, party wall and easement disputes
• Possession claims
• Forfeiture, dilapidations and breaches of covenant

You’ll be trusted with:

• Autonomy in your role to deliver your billing target
• Long-term career prospects ranging from management responsibilities to directorship and equity options
• Responsibility and opportunities to manage client relationships
• A varied caseload across a broad category of dispute resolution areas

At Britton and Time Solicitors, we highly value individuals who are self-motivated, results-oriented, and ambitious. We welcome those who are excited to be part of our expansion journey. Our team are known for their fearlessness in tackling challenges, embracing innovation, and thrive on collaborative problem-solving.

We are actively seeking individuals who are not just looking for a job but are motivated by the prospect of long-term growth within our company. We are particularly interested in candidates who bring a fusion of passion and purpose, and we're intrigued by those with an entrepreneurial spirit.

The ideal candidate will:

• Advise on and manage a broad range of property-related disputes, including landlord and tenant matters (residential and commercial), possession claims and lease disputes.
• Demonstrate a client-focused approach with a strong understanding of the legal and commercial drivers impacting property owners, developers, landlords, and tenants.
• Understand how to pro-actively manage client expectations and work with the team around you to achieve realistic and timely results.
• Possess exceptional client-handling and negotiation skills, robust verbal and written communication abilities, and a commitment to establishing strong client relationships.
• Demonstrate an entrepreneurial approach to business development while maintaining professionalism and discretion.
• Display sound judgment in contentious scenarios and able to find solutions for clients.
• Have meticulous attention to detail, alongside exceptional organisational skills.
• Manage files well to meet deadlines, adhere to established precedents and make full use of the firm’s case management system.

All candidates must be qualified to practice as a solicitor in England and Wales with experience in property litigation and have the right to live and work here. This is your chance to join our driven and dynamic team, contributing to our mission of providing exceptional legal services.

About the Firm: Britton and Time Solicitors are a local, multi-discipline firm that started operating in 2020 out of Hove, and who have gone on to become one of the fastest-growing law firms in Sussex, with a second office in Mayfair, London, and a third in Brighton.

Our Property Litigation team falls under the wider Litigation team, led by Sophie Campbell-Adams, which encompasses several practice areas, and has been recognised nationally and in the press for its work in the contentious probate case and appeal of Rea vs Rea, which clarified the law surrounding will disputes.

At a wider level, the firm has been recognised nationally as winners of the ‘Rising Star’ category at the STEP Private Client Awards 2024, and as a finalist in the ‘Outstanding Partner to the Legacy Sector’ category of the Legacy Giving Awards 2024.

As a firm, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, regardless of background. With aspirations to become one of the largest regional players in the South East, we’re looking for exceptional people to join our growing firm.

What we can offer you: We understand that people perform at their best when they are taken care of, enjoy their work, and feel supported. At Britton and Time Solicitors, we are continuously enhancing our reward packages to ensure our staff feel appreciated and valued. As we expand, our benefits, rewards, and perks are becoming even more enticing. Here's a glimpse of what you'll have access to:

• Hybrid working with a choice of up to 3 days working from home and 2 days based in the office
• Comprehensive Aviva private medical insurance ensures that you receive the best care when you need it most
• Group life cover (death in service) for peace of mind and financial security
• Celebrate your birthday with an exclusive day off
• Enhanced annual leave based on your length of service
• Fantastic development opportunities within the company as we expand
• Our extensive online learning and development resources
• Invitations to attend exclusive networking and industry events
• Exciting quarterly team-building and social events
• Vibrant and modern offices in Hove and Mayfair which are centrally located amongst cafes and restaurants
• Workplace pension scheme
• Numerous staff engagement activities and initiatives throughout the year

Please note: All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. The firm is not in a position to interview candidates who require sponsorship.