Housing Solicitor / Caseworker
Salary: £50,000 – £65,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience and knowledge of Housing Law)
Working Pattern: Full-time, 5 days per week
About the RoleAn experienced Solicitor or Caseworker is sought to join a well-established and highly regarded Housing Legal Aid team. The firm has a longstanding reputation for excellence in housing law and has been involved in a number of significant appellate cases.
The team advises and represents clients in a broad range of housing matters, including homelessness, disrepair, possession proceedings, injunctions, unlawful eviction claims, leasehold disputes, rent repayment matters, and housing-related judicial review proceedings.
Main Responsibilities
* Managing a caseload involving:
o Homelessness applications and appeals
o Possession proceedings
o Injunction and committal proceedings
o Housing disrepair claims
o Unlawful eviction matters
o Leaseholder disputes
* Accurate time recording
* Managing files in compliance with regulatory and quality standards
Key Requirements
* Experience handling a broad range of housing law matters
* Strong understanding of the legal aid system and commitment to access to justice
* Ability to work empathetically with vulnerable clients
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary package
* Hybrid working
* Strong opportunities for career progression
* Supportive team environment