Litigation Senior Associate (Future Head of Litigation)
£85,000 + DOE & Bonus
South West London | Hybrid Working (2-3 Days Office-Based)
Clear Pathway to Head of Litigation & Partnership
Are you an experienced Litigation Solicitor looking for your next leadership opportunity?
This is a rare chance to join a well-established and highly regarded law firm as a Litigation Senior Associate, with a genuine succession plan in place as the current Head of Litigation prepares to retire.
You'll handle high-quality property litigation work, help lead and develop the team, and play a key role in the future growth of the department.
The Role
You'll be responsible for:
- Managing a varied caseload of commercial and residential property litigation matters
- Advising clients from pre-action through to resolution, including ADR and court proceedings
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Supervising and mentoring junior solicitors and support staff
- Supporting business development and departmental growth
- Helping shape the future direction and strategy of the litigation team
About You
To be considered, you'll have:
- Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)
- c.5+ years' PQE in litigation
- Strong UK private practice experience
- Proven expertise in property litigation (commercial and residential)
- Strong knowledge of CPR, court procedures and ADR
- Experience supervising colleagues or the ambition and capability to move into a leadership role
- Excellent communication, client management and commercial skills
What's on Offer?
- £80,000+ salary (DOE)
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in the office)
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Ongoing professional development and funding support
- Clear progression to Head of Litigation
- Long-term pathway to Partnership/Equity
- Supportive and collaborative culture
- Regular team social events
Why Apply?
Opportunities with a genuine succession plan are rare. This role offers the chance to step into a future Head of Department position while continuing to work on high-quality litigation matters within a successful and growing firm.
Apply Confidentially
For more information or a confidential discussion, contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd (H-FTS)
[email protected]
0333 996 2882
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Pay: From £80,864.42 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme
- Flexitime
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Transport links
Experience:
- (PQE) Post Qualified: 4 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London
