Senior Solicitor - Leasehold Enfranchisement, London
Salary c.£100,000 - 170,000 depending on experience and book of business
This Legal500-ranked team is seeking a solicitor with at least 7 years of PQE to join its established and highly regarded property practice, focusing on leasehold enfranchisement work. This is a senior hire, at either the Senior Associate or Legal Director-level, aimed at an experienced lawyer with a strong reputation in the space and a demonstrable portable following.
With a dedicated enfranchisement team, the firm has been involved in a number of leading matters in this space.
Clients range from FTSE 250 companies and Premier League football clubs to large property groups and businesses.
The Role
This position sits within a highly experienced enfranchisement team acting for both landlords and tenants, including high-value individual clients, investors and portfolio holders. Work will cover the full spectrum of enfranchisement matters, combining advisory, transactional and contentious elements.
Work will include:
- Statutory and voluntary lease extensions
- Collective enfranchisement matters (freehold acquisitions)
- Strategic advice on rights under enfranchisement legislation
- Handling complex and high-value cases
- Working closely with surveyors and other professional advisers
- Contributing to the ongoing growth of the practice
The Candidate
- Proven ability to manage complex matters independently
- A portable client following and strong network within the enfranchisement space
- Some experience supervising junior fee-earners is preffered
- Technically strong, commercially aware and confident dealing with high-value clients
- Entrepreneurial mindset
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Leasehold Enfranchisement Senior / Legal Director in London employer: Henderson Scott Limited
As a leading law firm based in London, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Our commitment to providing clear progression tracks ensures that our team members can advance their careers while working on complex, high-value matters for prestigious clients in the rural property sector. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, we offer unique opportunities to engage with influential industry leaders and contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of rural estates and agricultural law.
