Job Title: Housing Litigation Solicitor
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £52,429 (£57,781 is achieved after 12 months successful performance in the role)
Working Hours: 35 hours per week, full time
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, Hybrid
Location: Liverpool, Speke Estuary Boulevard
If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.
The difference you will make as a Housing Litigation Solicitor
You will ensure all casework is well managed and dealt with in an efficient and cost-effective manner, ensure all business regulatory, legislative and common law obligations are met. You will be an effective business partner to key internal stakeholders within the business who require support and advice in respect of their housing management operations and housing litigation.
About you
We are looking for someone who
* Degree from a recognised UK university or equivalent (or qualification gained from a non-UK university).
* Professional legal qualification as recognised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority or equivalent body.
* Minimum of 12 months' experience of working on housing disrepair cases either on the Claimant or Defendant side.
* Experience of successfully managing a large caseload, achieving excellent outcomes.
* Knowledge of the pre-action protocols and Civil Procedure Rules.
Why Riverside?
Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.
We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.
Working with us, you’ll enjoy:
* Competitive pay & generous pension
* 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
* Flexible working options available
* Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
* A wide range of benefits
Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:
We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.
Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.
This role also falls under our Ethnic Diversity guaranteed interview scheme. If you are Ethnically Diverse and demonstrate you meet the minimum criteria for the role you will be guaranteed an interview.
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered.
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