Litigation Solicitor
We are hiring! Join a growing team delivering market‑leading legal services to the Private Rented Sector.
With over 30 years experience in the industry, Legal For Lettings is one of the leading law firms that supports the UK’s vibrant private rented sector.
As part of the prestigious PIB Insurance Group, our office has more than 300 dedicated team members working hard every day to support letting agents, landlords and tenants across the whole of the UK.
Job purpose
Manage a portfolio of Landlord & Tenant and Dispute Resolution matters. You will be supported by Paralegals and Support Assistants to deliver outstanding client outcomes. You will:
Draft, review and approve possession proceedings, applications, warrants and supporting documents (witness statements, costs schedules).
Set litigation strategy, assess prospects, and advise a paralegal team on risk mitigation.
Contribute to team development through mentoring and training as you progress.
You may also be asked to undertake other reasonable duties from time to time.
Key responsibilities
Manage client files to the highest standard, ensuring a market‑leading service.
Draft pre‑action correspondence (Letters of Claim, Possession Notices).
Prepare and run applications: possession, money claims, general applications, warrants and enforcement.
Manage contentious matters end‑to‑end: replies, defences, counterclaims, through to trial and appeal where required.
Build knowledge and competence across the firm; champion best practice and continuous improvement.
Design and deliver training on litigation matters; provide frequent webinars to the Group’s customers on regulatory/legislative changes.
Attend principal clients’ offices occasionally to deliver legal seminars.
Where suitably qualified and workloads permit, undertake advocacy on complex matters (e.g., Orders for Sale; fast- and multi-track trials).
About you
Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales). We are happy to consider Solicitor applicants at all stages of their career and PQE. Litigation experience residential repossession work is advantageous.
You will be client-focused, organised and be committed to delivering for your clients.
A continuous improvement mindset is essential.
Benefits
Competitive salary and holiday allowance (option to buy additional days)
Death in Service x4 salary; company pension
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Flexible benefits package to tailor your total reward
Extensive discounts: technology/electronics, cinemas, restaurants, days out, travel, mortgage advice, hairdressers/beauticians, and more
Kids Pass: discounts at 4,500+ attractions and activities
Discounted rates on PIB products; referral schemes
First‑class wellbeing support: financial guidance, cycle to work, counselling, health screening, will writing, menopause support, books, smoking cessation and more
Volunteering day to support local communities and charities
Learning & development framework, including professional study options and apprenticeships for career development
PIB Community Trust: apply for grants towards your chosen charity
Environmental commitment: practical measures across our premises and daily colleague actions to reduce carbon footprint
Why PIB Group
We are proud of our success and growth and have been recognised for many industry awards across our business. If you wish to work for a company that truly puts people at the heart of their organisation, then we would love to hear from you. PIB operates a flexible working policy, and our management teams will talk to you about how that would meet both your flexible working needs and those of the business and role you are applying for. We would love to hear from you if you want to hear more about opportunities in PIB.
We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
How to apply
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to explore opportunities at PIB.
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