Leasehold Enfranchisement Senior Associate

About the Opportunity

A highly regarded, Legal 500-ranked property practice in London is seeking an experienced and ambitious Senior Associate to join its established Leasehold Enfranchisement team. This senior-level hire is designed for a specialist lawyer with a strong reputation in the property sector and a demonstrable portable client following. The firm's dedicated enfranchisement team spans both property transactional work and property litigation, having been involved in several landmark decisions in this legal domain.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will join a highly experienced team representing a diverse client base, including landlords, tenants, high-net-worth individuals, institutional investors, and large portfolio holders. The role encompasses a broad range of advisory, transactional, and contentious enfranchisement matters, including:

• Advising on statutory and voluntary lease extensions.
• Handling collective enfranchisement matters and freehold acquisitions.
• Providing strategic legal advice on rights and obligations under current enfranchisement legislation.
• Managing complex, high-value cases from inception to completion.
• Collaborating closely with professional surveyors, valuers, and other external advisers.
• Contributing actively to the business development and strategic growth of the practice group.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for this prestigious role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Specialist Experience: Extensive, hands-on experience in leasehold enfranchisement law.
• Client Following: A proven, portable client following and an active professional network within the enfranchisement sector are essential.
• Technical & Commercial Acumen: Strong technical legal skills combined with commercial awareness and the confidence to manage complex matters independently.
• Client Management: Exceptional interpersonal skills with a track record of advising high-value clients and stakeholders.
• Mindset: An entrepreneurial approach to practice growth and collaborative teamwork.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: £100,000.00 to £120,000.00 per annum (dependent on experience and client portfolio).
• Professional Growth: Access to a high-quality, consistent flow of work and a genuine platform to scale your practice.
• Work Environment: A collaborative, expert-led environment working alongside recognized leaders in property law.

Application Process

Interested candidates can apply directly through the official LinkedIn job posting. For confidential inquiries or to discuss the role in detail, applicants may reach out to Lauren Neil, Associate Consultant at Henderson Scott - Legal, via her professional profile.