Junior/NQ Solicitor/CILEX Lawyer- Landlord & Tenant Litigation
Job Reference: FJ-yp5yc
Legal
Uckfield, East Sussex
Permanent
Job Title: Junior/NQ Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer - Landlord & Tenant Litigation
Location: Uckfield, East Sussex
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm (Office closes at 5:00pm)
Job Type: Permanent, full-time, office-based
HRGO Recruitment are currently seeking a Junior or Newly Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer to join our client's dynamic Landlord & Tenant Litigation Department based in Uckfield. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your litigation skills in a fast-paced legal environment, working with a supportive and experienced team.
Our client, Ashley Taylors Legal, provides expert legal services in landlord and tenant law, ranging from straightforward possession proceedings to more complex defended cases. They represent a wide spectrum of clients including private landlords, large managing agents, and insurers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and assist with landlord and tenant litigation cases under supervision.
* Develop technical skills to handle defended and complex claims, including fast-track and multi-track cases.
* Draft legal documents and ensure compliance with court directions and orders.
* Progress towards independent handling of simpler matters while supporting more complex cases.
* Liaise professionally with clients, courts, defendants, and third parties.
* Keep clients regularly updated on case progress and outcomes.
* Issue possession claims via the Possession Claims Online system.
* Prepare paper-based possession and warrant applications.
* Draft notices seeking possession and prepare instructions for counsel or advocates.
* Maintain accurate case records and update case management systems.
Experience and Required Skills:
* Good understanding of landlord and tenant law (training provided if required).
* Basic knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and litigation processes.
* Excellent communication and IT skills.
* Highly organised with the ability to manage tasks independently.
* Comfortable working in a close-knit team and liaising with clients and third parties.
* Ability to prioritise, work under pressure, and maintain strong attention to detail.
* Committed to confidentiality and continuous professional development.
* Contract: Permanent, full-time
* Holidays: 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Salary: Competitive, with review upon successful completion of probation
* Location: Office-based in Uckfield, East Sussex
If your application is successful, a consultant from HRGO Recruitment will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
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