Real Estate Litigation Managing Associate (Telecoms)
Location: Manchester
Career Level: Managing Associate 8+ PQE
Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 + Bonus
Lead Complex Telecommunications and Real Estate Litigation
Are you a senior real estate litigation lawyer with telecommunications expertise ready to take on a leadership role with one of the UK’s largest and most dynamic full-service law firms? Our client, a top 50 nationally recognised law firm with over 1,000 colleagues across 13 offices, is seeking a Real Estate Litigation Managing Associate with 8+ PQE to join their expanding Bristol team (other office locations will also be considered).
This is an exceptional opportunity to work on high-quality, complex real estate litigation matters with a particular focus on telecommunications disputes and the Telecommunications Code. You’ll be joining a top tier and top ranked Real Estate Litigation team comprising over 20 dedicated specialists, working with a diverse client base including public bodies, corporate occupiers, investors, landlords, developers, landed estates, and commercial businesses.
The Role
As a Real Estate Litigation Managing Associate, you will manage your own portfolio of complex real estate and property disputes with a strong emphasis on telecommunications matters and the Telecommunications Code. You will work alongside senior team members on the most complex matters whilst independently managing your own high-value caseload and providing leadership and mentoring to junior team members.
This exciting role has arisen due to significant growth driven by client demand. You’ll benefit from very high-quality real estate litigation work from the outset, close support from experienced colleagues, and a market-leading remuneration package within a firm that matches individual ambition with firm ambition, providing clear progression pathways to Legal Director and Partner.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Managing a portfolio of complex and high-value real estate litigation matters with a focus on telecommunications disputes and the Telecommunications Code
Leading on complex telecommunications-related disputes including site access, code rights, operator agreements, and regulatory matters
Advising public bodies, corporate occupiers, investors, landlords, and developers on complex property disputes
Handling high-value disputed break clause cases, rights of light disputes, and breach of covenant claims
Leading on complex misrepresentation and breach of contract claims, frustration, and option disputes
Managing complex commercial landlord and tenant disputes
Representing clients in High Court proceedings, appeals, and alternative dispute resolution
Working independently on complex cases whilst collaborating on the most significant matters
Building, developing, and managing key client relationships and acting as trusted adviser
Leading and mentoring associates, junior lawyers, and trainees
Contributing to the strategic development and growth of the real estate litigation practice
Leading business development activities, client seminars, and thought leadership initiatives
Working collaboratively with colleagues across the national real estate litigation team
Staying current with developments in real estate litigation and telecommunications law
Delivering exceptional client service with timely and pragmatic solutions
About You
Essential Requirements:
8+ years’ PQE in real estate litigation
Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales
Proven track record of managing complex and high-value real estate litigation matters independently
Strong technical knowledge of real estate litigation and property disputes
Extensive experience advising on commercial landlord and tenant disputes
Excellent drafting skills for complex court documents, pleadings, and legal submissions
Strong client relationship management skills with proven ability to act as trusted adviser
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
Proven leadership skills with experience supervising and mentoring junior team members
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously
Commercially focused with strategic and pragmatic approach to problem-solving
Commitment to delivering high-quality client service
Business development skills with ability to generate and develop client relationships
Highly Desirable:
Extensive experience working within the telecommunications sector
Strong knowledge of the Telecommunications Code and telecommunications disputes
Experience advising public bodies on complex property disputes
Experience with complex disputed break clause cases and rights of light matters
Experience with high-value breach of covenant claims and option disputes
Extensive experience in High Court advocacy and alternative dispute resolution
Established client relationships and track record of business development
Experience contributing to thought leadership and client seminars
Key Attributes:
Ambitious and driven with clear career progression goals towards Legal Director/Partner
Strong leadership skills with ability to inspire and develop others
Proactive and self-motivated with entrepreneurial mindset
Client-focused with commitment to exceptional service delivery
Strategic thinker with commercial acumen
Team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
Adaptable and able to work on diverse and complex matters
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Confident, articulate, and credible with strong presence
Passionate about real estate litigation and telecommunications law
What’s On Offer
Our client is committed to recognising and rewarding great work, with rewards and benefits that are among the best in the business.
Benefits include:
Competitive salary: £80,000 – £100,000 (dependent on experience)
Market-leading remuneration package
Bonus scheme
Clear progression pathway to Legal Director and Partner with leadership support
Award-winning firm with national reputation and continued growth
Part of a 20+ strong top tier and top ranked national Real Estate Litigation team
Work on high-quality, complex real estate litigation matters from the outset
Specialist telecommunications work with leading practitioners recognised nationally
Leadership role with opportunity to shape and develop the practice
Close support and collaboration with experienced colleagues
Excellent training and professional development opportunities
Employee awards programme recognising excellent work
Strong focus on employee wellbeing
Inclusive and diverse culture (Gold Investors in People Award, Firm of the Year at UK Diversity Legal Awards)
Collaborative team environment where everyone’s voice is heard
Bristol office or other UK office locations considered
Flexible working arrangements available
About Our Client
Our client is one of the largest full-service law firms in the UK, with over 1,000 colleagues across 13 offices nationwide. Built on solid foundations of integrity, entrepreneurialism, and expertise, the firm has established an award-winning reputation and continues to grow.
The Real Estate Litigation team is top tier and top ranked, comprising over 20 dedicated real estate litigation lawyers across the firm’s 13 offices. The team acts for a wide range of commercial businesses, institutions, landed estates, and individuals on all real estate and property disputes.
The Bristol team is led by a highly ranked lawyer in Chambers & Partners 2025 who is recognised as one of the leading lawyers in the UK for cases involving the Telecommunications Code. The team has a strong retail, development, and public sector practice.
The team regularly advises public bodies, corporate occupiers, investors, landlords, and developers on property issues including telecommunications disputes, disputed break clause cases, rights of light, breach of covenant claims, misrepresentation and breach of contract, frustration and option disputes, as well as all types of commercial landlord and tenant issues.
The firm is widely recognised for its inclusive attitude and diversity, winning ‘Firm of the Year’ at the UK Diversity Legal Awards and achieving Gold in the Investors in People Award.
The firm’s values are smart, bold, and together, with a commitment to making a positive change at every touchpoint for colleagues, clients, and communities.
Location
This role is ideally based in the firm’s Manchester office, but other office locations across the UK will also be considered. All offices are located in accessible city centre locations with excellent transport links and modern, professional working environments.
How to Apply
If you’re a senior real estate litigation lawyer with telecommunications expertise and strong leadership skills, ready to take on a Managing Associate role with clear progression to Legal Director/Partner, we’d love to hear from you. Click apply now or contact lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or 0333 996 2882
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