Housing Disrepair Solicitor (3+ PQE)
Location: Blackburn
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Working Pattern: Hybrid (Minimum 2 days per week in the office)
We are seeking an experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join our expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and knowledgeable solicitor looking to work on high-quality cases in a supportive, flexible environment.
🔍 About the Role:
You will manage a caseload of housing disrepair matters from inception to resolution, advising tenants on their legal rights and pursuing claims against local authorities and housing associations. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in securing justice and improving living conditions for vulnerable tenants.
✅ Key Responsibilities:
* Manage a varied caseload of litigated and pre-litigated housing disrepair claims
* Supervising junior fee earners
* Provide clear, practical legal advice to clients
* Conduct negotiations and advocacy where appropriate
* Prepare legal documents, statements, and evidence bundles
* Maintain accurate case records and adhere to compliance requirements
🎯 What We're Looking For:
* A qualified solicitor in England & Wales with at least 3 years PQE in housing disrepair or related litigation
* Strong knowledge of landlord and tenant law, particularly housing disrepair legislation
* Confident handling a full caseload independently
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and drafting skills
* Proactive, organised, and passionate about access to justice
🌐 What We Offer:
* Hybrid working model with a minimum of 2 days in the office
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Competitive salary
* 23 days holiday + bank + increase with service
* Gifts and holidays for milestones of service at firm
* Birthday off work
* Social events
* Referral Scheme