Real Estate Litigation, Legal Director / Principal Associate

Top 50 National Law Firm, Leeds

£90,000–£110,000 + Bonus

Hybrid, 2 Days in the Office

Are you ready to take a senior step within one of the UK’s most respected Real Estate Disputes teams? A top 50 national firm in Leeds is expanding and is looking for an experienced Legal Director or Principal Associate to join its award-winning Real Estate Litigation practice.

This is a standout opportunity to work closely with a senior partner on complex, high-value and often high-profile matters, within a team recognised for its excellence nationwide. You will be joining a practice that acts for major national retailers, institutional landlords, developers, local authorities and public sector organisations.

You’ll be involved in:

• A full spectrum of landlord and tenant disputes, including break notices, dilapidations, forfeiture, lease renewals, rent recovery and possession

• Land registration issues, rights to light and service charge disputes

• Restrictive covenant matters and property-related insolvency

• Supervising and mentoring junior team members, supporting client relationships and driving team growth

This role offers genuine influence, clear progression and the chance to help shape the strategic direction of a nationally recognised team.

Ideal candidates will bring:

• Strong experience in real estate litigation

• Confidence managing complex cases and key client relationships

• A commercial approach and appetite for leadership

• Ambition to progress within a leading national firm

What’s on offer:

• £90,000–£110,000 + bonus

• 6 percent employer pension contribution

• Life assurance up to eight times salary

• 28 days’ holiday, plus the option to purchase more

• Birthday leave and a £50 voucher

• Private medical and dental cover

• Season ticket loan, staff discounts and referral bonuses

• Paid professional subscriptions and discounted conveyancing

• Senior-level benefits including executive health screening

If you’re looking for a senior platform where you can lead on high-quality work and progress your career within a top-tier national firm, this role offers it all.

For a confidential discussion, contact:

Ellie Marshall