Duties and Responsibilities include
- Managing your own case load of Housing Disrepair claims form inception to settlement.
- Assessment of Housing Disrepair cases, reviewing quantum and expert reports.
- Drafting the necessary documents to issue court proceedings, following court directions, drafting statements and preparing the file for a final court hearing
- Conducting legal research, preparation of legal documents and attend Court Hearings
- Liaising with clients, other parties, surveyors and the court.
-Completing all necessary investigations into the circumstances of the incident and the value of the client's claim, carrying out legal research as required
-Collating and reviewing the evidence to assess prospects of the claim succeeding its merits
- Meeting targets and KPI's, which are set to ensure all clients receive the best and most efficient service.
*Ideal Candidate*
- A minimum of 12 months experience in a similar role either in-house or within private practice
- Have an excellent grasp of the Pre-Action Protocol for Housing Conditions Claims
- Fully conversant in relevant legislation with particular emphasis on Section 9A 9B,10 & 11 of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985 updated 2020 incorporating the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018.
- Take a pragmatic commercial approach to settlements and advising clients as to litigation/cost risk - Excellent client care skills
- Be able and competent to issue proceedings in housing disrepair matters.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
- Experience in Proclaim Case management would be an advantage
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits
Competitive salary and excellent bonus scheme
Schedule:
* Flexitime
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company events
Work Location: In person