At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage your own caseload in property possession and lender litigation.
- Company: Join Viceroy Legal, a specialist law firm with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy remote work, competitive salary, and 28 days annual leave.
- Other info: Opportunity to attend hearings and trials for valuable court experience.
- Why this job: Gain real responsibility and hands-on experience in a dynamic legal environment.
- Qualifications: 1+ years PQE in relevant litigation or property law preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Viceroy Legal Limited is a specialist law firm focused on property possession proceedings and secured debt recovery for lenders. The team is made up of experienced solicitors and paralegals who provide tailored, high-quality legal services with a strong understanding of the commercial realities and cash flow pressures faced by lending institutions. The firm supports clients through all stages of the debt recovery process, offering strategic, effective solutions designed to minimize delays and maximize efficiency. Litigation is approached as a last resort, but when necessary, Viceroy Legal delivers proactive, director-level service aligned with the specific needs of each client. This client-centric approach creates an environment where legal professionals can develop expertise in complex property and lending matters.
We are looking for a solicitor with 1 year post qualifying experience to join our specialist property possession and lender litigation team. Even if you are not quite 1 year PQE but have relevant experience in the area please still apply. We act for lenders and finance companies in the recovery of secured debts, including business loans, bridging finance and loans secured by legal mortgages. Our work focuses on property possession proceedings, repossessions, evictions and enforcement action where borrowers have fallen into arrears or default. This is a fully remote, full-time role within a small, close-knit team providing bespoke legal services to a select number of significant lender clients.
The role involves managing your own caseload with the support of an administrative assistant and two paralegals, working closely alongside the Head Solicitor. The work includes:
- CPR Part 55 possession claims
- Property possession proceedings
- Repossessions and evictions
- Recovery of business loans and bridging finance
- Enforcement of legal mortgages and security documentation
- Money judgment applications
- Interim and final charging orders
- Orders for sale
- Debt recovery and enforcement strategy
- Drafting pleadings, witness statements, applications and court documents
- Liaising directly with clients, borrowers, solicitors, agents and counsel
The successful candidate will need to be commercially aware, proactive and able to progress matters efficiently while providing a personal and responsive service to clients. This is a direct client-facing role with real responsibility from the outset. There will also be the opportunity to attend a wide range of hearings and trials for candidates who wish to build advocacy and court experience. Experience using LEAP would be helpful, although training can be provided.
What we offer:
- Remote working except hearing and trials
- Full-time role
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience
- 28 days’ annual leave including bank holidays
- Extra 14 days approx. off over Christmas and New Year
- Small, supportive and close-knit team
- Administrative and paralegal support
- Direct access to lender clients
- Opportunity to manage your own caseload
- Opportunity to attend hearings and trials
- Hands-on experience in specialist property possession and lender litigation work
This is a strong opportunity for a solicitor who wants real responsibility, client exposure and practical court experience within a specialist property possession and lender litigation practice.
Solicitor - Mortgage Litigation employer: Viceroy Legal Limited
Viceroy Legal Limited is an exceptional employer for solicitors seeking to specialise in mortgage litigation, offering a supportive and close-knit team environment that prioritises professional growth and client engagement. With the flexibility of remote working and a competitive salary, employees benefit from direct access to significant lender clients, hands-on experience in complex legal matters, and opportunities to attend hearings and trials, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. This role not only provides real responsibility from the outset but also fosters a culture of collaboration and excellence in legal service delivery.
