Overview
Legal Counsel | Property & Housing | Hybrid | UK-based
We’re partnering with a large, values-driven organisation operating at scale within the UK housing and property sector, to appoint a Legal Counsel into its established in-house legal team.
This is a broad and impactful role offering the opportunity to deliver high-quality, customer-focused legal advice, manage a diverse caseload, and contribute strategically to organisational objectives. You’ll work closely with senior colleagues across the business, supervise others within the legal function, and play a hands-on role across asset management, shared ownership, tenancy management and property development matters.
Key Responsibilities
* Case Management
* Handle housing disrepair matters, including pre-action protocol claims, court cases, counterclaims, and settlement talks.
* Draft and review legal documents, witness statements, disclosure documents, expert instructions, and settlement agreements.
* Represent the organisation in County Court when needed, including at directions hearings, mediations, and settlement discussions.
* Work with external solicitors, counsel, and insurers when required.
Leadership & Internal Cooperation
* Lead a small team of advisors handling housing disrepair cases.
* Work with Property Services teams to ensure timely instructions, accurate reports, and effective case resolutions.
* Help develop and improve internal policies, procedures and training.
About You
* You're a qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate
* Experience in Housing Law, Civil Litigation, or Disrepair work, with strong knowledge of Landlord and Tenant Law
* Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills
* Ability to balance legal risks with practical solutions
* Strong organisational and case management skills
* Experience supervising others and/or leading a small team
* Proven ability to manage a varied caseload independently
* Excellent communication, organisation and planning skills
Why apply?
* Join a purpose-led organisation delivering real social impact
* Work within an experienced, supportive in-house legal team
* Enjoy a role with breadth, autonomy and visibility
* Play a key part in shaping legal services, processes and outcomes
* Benefit from ongoing learning, development and career progression
If you’re looking for an in-house role that combines technical challenge, leadership responsibility and meaningful outcomes, this is a compelling opportunity.
Apply today or contact Sophie Clarke at Reed (Norwich) to find out more!
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