Job Description Solicitor - 1 year PQE Salary : £60,000 + excellent benefits Location : Wooburn Green, High Wycombe or Letchworth Garden City Hybrid working : Minimum two days per week in the office and three days from home Contract : Permanent Hours : 37 per week
At SettleParadigm, we manage more than 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. Our in-house Legal Services team supports colleagues across the organisation, ensuring we deliver safe, compliant and high-quality services for our residents.
We are now recruiting a Solicitor with a minimum of one year post-qualification experience. This role is ideal for someone looking to build their expertise, manage a varied caseload and develop within a supportive in-house legal environment.
About the role
You will provide clear, practical legal advice across housing, property and related matters. You will manage a mixed caseload including leasehold management, commercial contracts, data protection issues and property-related litigation. You will also represent SettleParadigm at court, tribunal and other hearings when required.
This role offers strong professional development, exposure to complex cases and the opportunity to influence decision-making across the organisation.
Key responsibilities
Provide practical legal advice on housing, property and related matters
Manage a varied caseload including contentious and non-contentious work
Draft and negotiate deeds of variation, easements, licences, commercial contracts and tenancy-related documentation
Represent SettleParadigm at court, tribunal and other hearings
Lead cases from instruction to resolution, including instructing external counsel
Maintain compliance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority Code of Conduct
Support governance, risk reporting and legal processes
Contribute to the Legal Risk Register and deliver training where required
Support continuous improvement and legal awareness across the organisation
What we're looking for
Essential
Admitted Solicitor of England and Wales with a current practising certificate (or Barrister with equivalent experience)
Minimum of one year post-qualification experience
Experience advising on housing or property matters
Understanding of contentious and non-contentious housing law
Experience supporting or representing clients in hearings
Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and housing management law
Strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills
Ability to explain legal risk clearly to non-legal audiences
Experience using case management systems
Experience within a housing association, local authority or social housing practice
Desired
Experience delivering training or supporting operational teams
Experience with data protection, development or regeneration matters
Benefits
At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment.
annual salary: £60,000 per annum
25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options
Generous pension scheme - up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice
Family-friendly leave : Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
Health cash plan - claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids' cover)
Life cover and income protection
Flexible working - hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging
And that's just the beginning! We're also thrilled to provide:
Mental Health First Aiders available to support
Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)
Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships
3 paid volunteering days in the local communities
Peer-recognition rewards platform
Paid professional subscription (one per year)
Working Hours
37 hours per week
Monday - Thursday 09:00 - 17:30
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Our Commitment
We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups.
Accessibility and Adjustments
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we'll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required.
Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be su
Dispute Resolution Solicitor/Lawyer in Northampton employer: Paradigm Housing
SettleParadigm is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the community. With competitive salaries, generous benefits including a robust pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development, we empower our team to grow their careers while contributing to the delivery of high-quality housing services across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire. Join us in building a better future together, as we champion a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
