Job Description
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Your new role
\nThis is an excellent opportunity to manage a caseload of housing management matters, including anti-social behaviour, possession actions, disrepair claims, compliance injunctions, succession, and trespass cases. You will handle pre- and post-issue cases across claimant and defendant disciplines, draft pleadings and statements, and represent the organisation in court. Collaborate across the organisation to ensure services are compliant, and provide clear, practical legal advice to internal teams and stakeholders. This role will also involve leading and developing a small team, through mentoring and training.
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\nWhat you'll need to succeed
\nQualified solicitor (SRA or equivalent) with at least 3 years' PQE experience in housing management law, including possession, disrepair, anti-social behaviour, and injunctions.
\nProven ability to manage a legal team, as well as the ability to take ownership of cases and identify risks.
\nStrong understanding of housing sector regulations and government policy.
\nExcellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
\nHigh IT literacy and adaptability to new systems and ways of working.
\nApplications from those with private practice backgrounds seeking an in-house opportunity are welcome.
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\nWhat you'll get in return
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