Housing Disrepair Solicitor – Breach of Contract
Location: Manchester (Hybrid working available following successful completion of probation)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience) plus performance-related bonus
A well-established and expanding law firm specialising in housing litigation is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join its growing Breach of Contract team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified legal professional looking to progress their career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation
The firm has built a strong reputation for representing tenants in housing-related claims and is committed to delivering exceptional client service. As part of continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Solicitor to manage a caseload of pre- and post-litigated breach of agreement matters arising from housing conditions claim
s.
Key Responsibilit
* iesManage a caseload of pre- and post-litigation breach of agreement matters on behalf of tena
* ntsDraft applications relating to breach of agreement and specific performa
* ncePrepare and issue Part 8 proceedings where appropri
* ateReview and analyse expert surveyor repo
* rtsNegotiate settlements and assess dama
* gesLiaise with Counsel and prepare court bundles and instructi
* onsHandle matters relating to access and decant iss
* uesUtilise a case management system effectively and ensure compliance with internal proces
* sesMaintain excellent client communication throughout the lifecycle of a cl
* aimBuild positive working relationships across departme
* ntsAssist with additional duties as required to support business operati
ons
Candidate Requirem
entsApplicants must be qualified Solicitors with experience managing their own litigated caseloads. While previous Housing Disrepair Breach of Contract experience is desirable, candidates from other high-volume litigation backgrounds, such as personal injury, will also be conside
red.
The successful candidate will demonst
* rate:Ability to bill work at Grade C level or
* aboveExperience using a case management system in a volume litigation enviro
* nmentStrong organisational and time management s
* killsExcellent written and verbal communication abil
* itiesExperience managing competing priorities and dead
* linesStrong attention to d
* etailHigh levels of self-motivation and profession
* alismGood IT profic
iency
Be
* nefitsCompetitive salary dependent on expe
* riencePerformance-related bonus
* schemeFlexible start and finish
* timesAnnual salary
* review25 days annual leave plus bank ho
* lidaysAdditional day off on your bi
* rthdayPension scheme with enhanced employer contri
* butionHybrid working arran
* gementOngoing training and professional devel
* opmentCompany si
* ck payDeath in service b
* enefitEmployee Assistance Pro
* grammeSubsidised gym memb
* ershipModern city centre office lo
* cationCasual dress
policy