Job Description Location: Hybrid, Bradford (approx. 2 days in the office) Permanent: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm Build Your Legal Career With Us Are you a proactive Paralegal looking to build your expertise in housing law and litigation whilst making a meaningful impact on people's lives? We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our Legal Team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your legal career while supporting a diverse caseload focused on housing disrepair and housing litigation matters. Working closely with experienced legal professionals, you'll play a key role in managing pre-action disrepair claims, supporting litigation, drafting legal documents and helping ensure the organisation remains compliant with legal and regulatory requirements. This role offers the opportunity to work with a high degree of autonomy, while collaborating with colleagues across the organisation to deliver a professional, commercially minded legal service that genuinely makes a difference to our customers. Supporting the management of housing disrepair and housing litigation matters Managing pre-action disrepair claims and associated legal processes Drafting legal correspondence, pleadings and other legal documentation Conducting legal research and providing practical legal support to internal stakeholders Supporting the litigation process from instruction through to conclusion Maintaining accurate case records and legal documentation Providing legal administrative support to ensure efficient case management Working collaboratively with colleagues across the business to promote legal compliance Identifying opportunities to improve legal processes and ways of working Supporting and sharing knowledge with colleagues across the legal team This is more than a legal support role. You'll have the opportunity to develop specialist housing law expertise, work on matters that have a tangible impact on communities and contribute to the continuous improvement of an ambitious and supportive legal service. In return, we'll provide a flexible and inclusive working environment, opportunities for professional development and the chance to work alongside experienced legal professionals who are passionate about what they do. If you’re still developing some of the skills or experience, you can start at a salary 5% or 10% below the spot rate, with clear support and progression opportunities to reach the full amount. We're looking for a proactive and organised individual who is keen to develop their legal career within a varied and fast-paced environment. A Law Degree (LLB) or Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL). Experience working within a legal environment, ideally in a paralegal or legal support role. Experience or knowledge of housing law, housing disrepair and/or housing litigation. Strong legal research, written communication and drafting skills. Planned date: 7th October at our Bradford office. Generous time off – 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, an extra day for your birthday, and the option to buy more. Health & wellbeing support – Cash health plan, Health MOTs, online GP access, gym discounts, and a dedicated volunteering day for a cause you care about. Financial perks – Car leasing options, salary sacrifice schemes, and exclusive discounts through our benefits platform to help your money go further. Future-focused benefits – Access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, plus life assurance at three times your salary for peace of mind. Family-friendly policies – Enhanced parental leave, flexible working options, and support for work-life balance. We’re Committed to Inclusion
Virtual Legal Assistant (Paralegal) in Bradford employer: Accent Housing Group
Accent is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its employees, offering a supportive hybrid work environment in Peterborough. With a strong focus on community impact, employees benefit from a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, alongside opportunities for professional growth through training and system upgrades. Join us to make a meaningful difference while enjoying a fulfilling career in a vibrant and inclusive workplace.
