Locum Homelessness Lawyer (South Yorkshire)

New Locum Opportunity – Homelessness Lawyer

Remote | £55-£60 per hour | Immediate Start

We\’re working with Sheffield City Council to recruit a Locum Homelessness Lawyer for an initial 2–3 month contract (very likely to extend). This role is fully remote, offers a competitive hourly rate, and gives you the chance to make a real difference in a key frontline service.

The role at a glance:

✅ Advise on statutory homelessness duties (Housing Act 1996, Part VII)

✅ Respond to legal challenges from applicants & their reps

✅ Draft formal responses to pre-action protocols & judicial reviews

✅ Support senior staff with complex legal escalations

✅ Handle enquiries from solicitors, advocates & third parties

✅ Fully remote working – flexibility built in

Who we’re looking for:

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Exec

2–3 years+ experience in homelessness or housing law

️ Ideally with local authority background

️ Able to manage a busy caseload with autonomy

Confident communicator with sharp drafting skills

This is an ideal contract for someone who enjoys public law, thrives in a fast-paced legal environment, and is ready to hit the ground running

For more info, get in touch with Rob Addy at CRA Consulting:

rob@craconsultants.com

0114 241 8030

For more info, get in touch with Rob Addy at CRA Consulting:

rob@craconsultants.com

0114 241 8030

Or just hit Apply and send over your latest CV – we’ll take it from there!

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