Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Housing Disrepair Fee Earners or Solicitors to join a reputable and expanding firm as they open their new Liverpool office. With decades of specialist experience in tenant litigation, this team is known for its client-first ethos and strong results - now they're bringing that same energy to Merseyside.
The Role
You'll manage a caseload of housing disrepair matters from initial instruction through to resolution, including both pre- and post-litigated files. You'll work autonomously but with strong operational support, using modern systems and streamlined processes to deliver the best outcomes for your clients.
Duties include:
1. Running a caseload under Sections 9A and 11 of the Landlord & Tenant Act
2. Drafting letters of claim, reviewing evidence, and preparing cases for litigation
3. Managing negotiations, settlements, and court proceedings
4. Collaborating across legal teams and maintaining high client care standards
5. Using a case management system to handle volume litigation efficiently
What You'll Need
6. Proven Housing Disrepair experience is essential
7. Strong litigation and negotiation skills
8. Comfortable using case management systems (Proclaim or similar)
9. Highly organised, detail-focused, and self-motivated
10. Backgrounds in PI or fast-track litigation will also be considered if you're open to retraining - with full support provided
What's in it for You?
11. Competitive salary + achievable monthly bonus
12. Flexible working with a hybrid home/office model
13. Generous annual leave allowance
14. Enhanced pension contribution
15. Career development opportunities and structured progression
16. Well-being and lifestyle perks
17. Supportive and inclusive team culture
This is a brilliant chance to join a long-standing legal brand ideal for someone who wants to grow with a firm that's going places.
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