LOCATION: CHOICE OF VARIOUS LOCATIONS WITHIN BIRMINGHAM.

My client, a leading Legal 500 law firm are seeking an experienced Senior Associate / Associate Director to join their Residential Property team. This is an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor, Associate, or Senior Associate, depending on your experience, to manage your own caseload and further develop your career within a highly respected and growing team.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & ATTRIBUTES:

• Previous experience managing a residential property caseload
• Qualified fee earner with at least 5 years PQE
• Proven ability to manage your own files and delegate work to others
• Strong client management skills, with a focus on delivering excellent service
• Proactive approach to business development and growing client networks
  About Us: The firm is a progressive Legal 500 law firm, committed to unlocking potential and creating a lasting, positive impact for our clients, colleagues, and communities. With over 570 colleagues across multiple locations in the West Midlands and beyond, they are known for their technical expertise and diverse client base.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage a diverse caseload of residential property files, ensuring efficient handling of cases and transactions
• Build strong relationships with clients, managing their expectations on options, outcomes, risks, and timelines
• Scope fees for existing clients and contribute to business growth by expanding internal and external networks of clients, intermediaries, and contacts
• Enhance personal and department profiles through networking events, writing publications, and speaking at seminars
• Take responsibility for delegated projects, ensuring deadlines are met and maintaining a high standard of work
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members through technical advice and mentorship
• Maintain clear communication with both senior and junior team members
• Track progress against personal KPIs and contribute to meeting department targets
• Support budget management for client matters and ensure efficient use of resources
• Stay up to date with changes in the legal sector, applying relevant developments to improve service delivery