Job Description
Job Title: Head of Department – Housing Solicitor
Location:East London
Salary:£85,000 per annum (DOE)
Job Type:Full-Time | Permanent
About the Role
Our client, an established and growing law firm, is seeking an experienced Head of Department – Housing to lead and develop its Housing Team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Housing Solicitor or legal professional with strong leadership and business development experience. The successful candidate will oversee the department, drive growth, ensure compliance, and maintain a small personal caseload.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, supervise, and develop the Housing Team.
* Provide technical support and mentoring to fee earners and support staff.
* Drive business development and generate new instructions.
* Build and maintain relationships with referral partners and key stakeholders.
* Manage a modest caseload of housing matters.
* Ensure compliance with SRA, Legal Aid Agency, and internal regulatory requirements.
* Monitor departmental performance and support future growth.
Requirements
Essential
* Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or equivalent with significant Housing Law experience.
* Proven experience managing and supervising legal teams.
* Strong knowledge of housing matters, including possession proceedings, homelessness, disrepair, and unlawful eviction.
* Experience within a Legal Aid environment.
* Demonstrable business development and networking skills.
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational abilities.
Desirable
* Legal Aid Supervisor status.
* Established referral network within the housing sector.
* Experience leading or growing a Housing Department.
What's on Offer?
* Salary of £85,000 per annum (DOE).
* Opportunity to lead and grow an established Housing Department.
* Strategic influence within a growing law firm.
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Excellent long-term career prospects.