Team Manager / Solicitor - Landlord & Tenant Litigation
Uckfield, East Sussex | Full-time, Office-based
Recruiting via HR GO Recruitment
Overview
HR GO Recruitment is working with a respected law firm in Uckfield to find a confident and motivated Team Manager / Solicitor to join and help lead their Landlord & Tenant Litigation department.
This role is ideal for a Newly Qualified Solicitor with 6-12 months' post-qualification experience in litigation (not necessarily in landlord and tenant law). If you're not already in a management role but ready to step up, this is a great opportunity to grow into a leadership position with full support and training.
Please note: This is a full-time, office-based role. Candidates must be comfortable with commuting to Uckfield daily.
The Role
As part of a specialist litigation team, you'll manage a small team of fee earners while also handling your own caseload. While direct experience in landlord & tenant law isn't required, you must have a strong grounding in litigation. Full training on sector-specific legislation and procedure will be provided.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and manage a team of 3-4 fee earners (management training provided if needed)
- Allocate caseloads and monitor team performance
- Handle defended and complex litigation cases
- Draft legal documents including possession notices, claims, and court orders
- Liaise with clients, courts, counsel, and third parties
- Maintain accurate records, templates, and internal procedures
- Stay current with legal developments (CPD and training opportunities provided)
What We're Looking For
- Solicitor with 6-12 months' PQE (NQ considered with strong litigation exposure)
- Background in civil litigation (landlord & tenant experience a bonus but not essential)
- Ambitious and organised, with a desire to step into or grow in a management role
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication and client-handling skills
- Confident working independently and as part of a team
What's on Offer
- Starting salary: Competitive, based on qualifications and experience.
- Holidays: 26 days + bank holidays and Christmas shut down
- Benefits: Vitality Medicash scheme
- Hours: 9:00am - 5:30pm (Monday to Friday, office closes at 5:00pm)
- Contract: Full-time, permanent (office-based)
Apply Now
If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career with a firm that offers hands-on experience, management growth, and structured support - apply today via HR GO Recruitment.
Candidates will be provided with the full job specification and must confirm they understand this is an office-based role before progressing.
