At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a busy Housing Litigation Team with legal and administrative tasks.
- Company: Local authority focused on community support and housing issues.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, supportive environment, and valuable legal experience.
- Other info: 3-month contract with potential for future opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a difference in people's lives while gaining practical legal skills.
- Qualifications: A-Level or equivalent; legal qualifications preferred.
This is a 3-month contract role with a local authority, designed to provide effective legal and administrative support within a busy Housing Litigation Team. The primary focus is on managing rent arrears and warrant application caseloads. The role aims to reduce existing case backlogs, maintain accurate case records, and support fee earners across various housing litigation matters, including disrepair, tenancy, unauthorised occupant, and nuisance cases.
Responsibilities
- Manage a personal caseload of rent arrears and warrant application matters under supervision.
- Assist in reducing existing case backlogs by progressing matters efficiently and proactively.
- Update and maintain case management systems, spreadsheets, and tracking tools to ensure accurate reporting to clients.
- Ensure all case files are maintained in accordance with team procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Provide administrative and legal support to solicitors and fee earners handling housing litigation matters.
Requirements
Essential Experience Required:
- Significant experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults with complex needs.
- Experience supporting individuals affected by substance misuse and related behavioural issues.
- Experience managing a caseload and delivering one-to-one interventions.
Essential Qualifications Required:
- Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent, or relevant legal experience.
- CILEX qualification (or working towards qualification) preferred.
- Law degree, Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL), LPC, SQE, or equivalent legal qualification.
Additional Information
- Working hours: 35 hours per week.
- Location: Lambeth Town Hall, 2 Brixton Hill, Brixton, Lambeth, SW2 1RW, United Kingdom.
- Work pattern: 1-2 days in the office, with many staff working from home 5 days a week.
The role closes on 29th July 2026.
Housing Paralegal in London employer: Civic Recruitment Limited
Civic Recruitment Limited is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where strategic leadership in the Special Educational Needs service can truly make a difference in children's lives. With a strong focus on collaboration and professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to meaningful outcomes in the Bromley community. The supportive culture and commitment to high-quality services make this an attractive opportunity for those looking to lead impactful change.
