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This Role
Housing Solicitor/Legal Executive
Location
Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 1LA - Onsite parking available
Role Details
Permanent Role based on a 37.5hr week - Hybrid working
Note: MTVH conducts an annual review of salaries. The displayed salary does not reflect the 2025 review agreements.
About Us
Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing is a leading UK provider of affordable housing, employing over 1900 staff to manage nearly 60,000 homes, serving over 75,000 customers across London, East Midlands, Southern, and East of England.
We seek a self-motivated and enthusiastic Housing Solicitor/Legal Executive with experience in housing law to join our busy in-house legal team, handling tenancy and leasehold management law including possession, disrepair, anti-social behaviour, and service charge disputes.
The Role
* Provide comprehensive legal support to the Housing Services and Property Directorates on tenancy and leasehold management issues.
* Represent the Trust in court proceedings and act as advocate in County and Magistrates' Courts and Residential Property Tribunal.
* Assist in drafting housing management policies, preparing training materials, and delivering in-house legal training.
Requirements
* Solicitor admitted in England & Wales or Fellow of The Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX).
* Minimum of 3 years PQE in housing law, representing social landlords and tenants, gained in private practice, local authority, or in-house legal team.
* Strong knowledge of housing and leasehold legislation, case law, and litigation procedures.
Interview Date
9th May 2025
Note
We do not offer visa sponsorship at this time.
Benefits
* 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
* Two volunteering days per year
* One 'Beliefs day' off annually
* Family-friendly policies including extended parental leave
* Enhanced pension with up to 9% matched contributions
* Option to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave
* Life assurance (3x salary)
* Hybrid working (role-dependent)
* Health cash plan for healthcare needs
* Interest-free tenancy deposit loan and season ticket loan
* Learning and training opportunities via Wisebox platform
* Virtual social platform for staff engagement
* Career development programs including mentoring and apprenticeships
* Employee Assistance Programme supporting wellbeing
Our Commitment
We are dedicated to sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion. We promote a workplace where everyone can be their authentic self and encourage inclusive behaviors. Our network groups include LGBTQ+ and Disability groups.
Our core values are Dare, Care, and Collaborate, reflecting our focus on people and social issues. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. We encourage early applications to avoid missing out.
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