HDR Pre Lit Fee Earner

Job Title: Housing Disrepair Pre-Litigation Fee Earner (Opportunity to train into Litigation)

Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working Available)

Salary: Dependent on Experience (DOE)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Experience: Minimum 12 months in Pre Lit HDR

Are you an experienced Housing Disrepair Fee Earner looking for a new challenge? Our prestigious law firm based in Manchester is seeking to recruit a Housing Disrepair Pre-Litigation Fee Earners to develop further into Litigation. Offering hybrid working options, this is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career with a well-established firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of housing disrepair matters, primarily focusing on pre-litigation stages.
• Provide clients with expert legal advice and support, ensuring their claims are effectively managed.
• Investigate claims, gather evidence, and liaise with clients and third parties as required.
• Draft legal documents, including letters of claim and witness statements.
• Work efficiently to meet deadlines, maintaining high standards of client care and service.
• Collaborate with other departments within the firm to ensure the best outcome for clients.

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum of 12 months' experience in housing disrepair, ideally at a pre-litigation stage.
• A sound understanding of relevant legal principles and housing law.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain legal matters to clients clearly and professionally.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organised, proactive, and with a keen attention to detail.
• Experience in case management systems and legal software.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working: enjoy a flexible work schedule with a mix of office and home-based work.
• Competitive salary, based on experience.
• Opportunities for career progression and development.
• Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development.

If you're passionate about housing disrepair law and have the relevant experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a forward-thinking law firm that values its employees and their professional growth!