An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and commercially minded Property Litigation Associate (2-6 PQE) to join a market-leading Real Estate team of 40+ lawyers in Tunbridge Wells. You will work alongside ex-City lawyers on London-quality matters, managing a varied caseload for a broad client base including commercial landlords and tenants, developers, landowners, private individuals, and insolvency practitioners.

The Role

You will be responsible for handling a wide range of property disputes, including:

• Commercial landlord & tenant disputes: rent arrears, lease renewals under the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954, dilapidations, breach of covenant, forfeiture, and service charge disputes.

• Property-related insolvency matters, including engaging with and appointing insolvency practitioners.

• Development-related disputes: overage, rights of light, easements, restrictive covenants, and possession claims.

• Advising clients on risk management, dispute avoidance, and litigation strategy.

• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, settlement agreements, and instructions to counsel.

• Managing proceedings in the County Court, High Court, and First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).

• Engaging in Alternative Dispute Resolution, including mediation.

• Supervising and supporting junior team members, where appropriate.

• Collaborating with the broader Real Estate team to provide strategic dispute advice.

• Assisting with business development initiatives and nurturing client and referrer relationships.

About You

• Qualified lawyer with 2-6 years PQE in property litigation.

• Solid experience in landlord & tenant law and broader real estate disputes.

• Confident managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision.

• Excellent drafting, advocacy, communication, and client-handling skills.

• Commercially aware, proactive, and solution-focused.

• Collaborative team player, committed to a supportive working environment.

• Experience supervising junior lawyers (for Senior Associate level).

• Enthusiastic about business development and growing client relationships.

Why Join?

• Join a 40+ lawyer Real Estate team, working alongside ex-City lawyers on London-quality matters.

• Fantastic long-term career prospects and professional development opportunities.

• Supportive culture prioritising growth, learning, and client-focused excellence.

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.

• Hybrid working up to 3 days per week from home.

• Friendly, collaborative team environment in Tunbridge Wells.

• Generous benefits package and commitment to work-life balance.

📞 Interested in exploring this opportunity? For a confidential discussion, contact Stephanie Richardson at Henderson Scott on 07584 104790.