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Social Housing Solicitor - Salary + Supervision Bonus - Swansea, Swansea
Client: Duncan Lewis Solicitors
Location: Swansea
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 9d186155d7a1
Job Views: 7
Posted: 18.07.2025
Expiry Date: 01.09.2025
Job Description:
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd), founded in 1998 and headquartered in London, is a top-tier law firm recognized by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK. With over 500 personnel, the firm services corporate and private clients across 25 legal areas in 60 languages. The firm is committed to diversity, training, and professional development, holding various accreditations including Law Society Lexcel and ISO 27001.
The Housing Department is highly ranked for its legal services in social housing, representing landlords and tenants in issues such as homelessness, disrepair, eviction, and property disputes. The team handles cases across all court levels, including judicial reviews at the High Court.
Main Responsibilities:
* Report to Department Director
* Manage all aspects of housing law cases, providing technical guidance to team members
* Handle a caseload involving homelessness, disrepair, eviction, and related matters
* Supervise caseworkers and trainees
* Attend to clients, take instructions, prepare cases, and manage correspondence
* Ensure compliance with file management and time recording procedures
* Participate in Housing Court Duty Scheme as required
Key Skills Required:
* Valid Practising Certificate
* Team player with supervisory experience and KPI management
* Proactive, client-focused, and sensitive to vulnerable clients
* Strong networking and communication skills
* Excellent organizational and IT skills
* Experience in public and private housing law, advocacy skills are a plus
What We Offer:
* Supportive team environment
* Career progression with legal awards and recognition
* Attractive salary with supervision bonus
SALARY STRUCTURE - SOCIAL HOUSING
SALARY
(London)
(Outside London)
NQ + Supervision Bonus: £46,000 / £44,500
1 Year PQE + Supervision Bonus: £48,000 / £46,500
2 Years PQE + Supervision Bonus: £50,000 / £48,000
Supervision Bonus up to: up to £8,000 / up to £7,400
*Terms and Conditions apply.
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