6-12 months contract with a local authority
Job Purpose
* To provide legal support within the Housing and Disrepair Team during a maternity leave period. The role involves managing a caseload of housing and disrepair matters, supporting litigation processes, and assisting with administrative and legal coordination tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the team.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
* Manage a caseload of approximately 40 mixed housing and disrepair cases under supervision of the Principal or Senior Lawyer.
* Draft legal documents including defences, witness statements, and application notices.
* Assist in settling claims and addressing costs issues.
* Attend legal, income, and housing management meetings as required.
* Maintain accurate records of all existing and new housing and disrepair cases.
Essential Experience Required
* Demonstrable knowledge or experience in housing law, disrepair claims, and Environmental Protection Act (EPA) prosecutions.
* Ability to manage a legal caseload with supervision.
* Strong drafting and legal research skills.
Essential Qualification Required
* A minimum of a Law Degree (LLB) or Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) is required.
Additional information to note
* Working hours: 35 hours per week
* The job is hybrid, 2 days a week in the office and 3 days working remotely.
Closing Date: 30th July 2025
Requirements
Requirements
* Demonstrable knowledge or experience in housing law, disrepair claims, and Environmental Protection Act (EPA) prosecutions.
* Ability to manage a legal caseload with supervision.
* Strong drafting and legal research skills.
* A minimum of a Law Degree (LLB) or Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) is required.