At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a varied caseload in housing law and represent clients in court.
- Company: Established housing provider experiencing growth and change.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 30 days leave, health insurance, and hybrid working.
- Other info: Flexible working with regular court advocacy and excellent career development.
- Why this job: Enjoy autonomy, work-life balance, and be part of a supportive team.
- Qualifications: 2+ years' PQE in housing law and experience with landlord-tenant matters.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
If you're a housing solicitor who enjoys being in court, running your own cases, and working in a team that actually talks to each other, this is worth a look. This is a role with a well-established housing provider going through a period of growth and change. They're expanding their portfolio significantly over the next few years, which means more interesting work, more responsibility, and a chance to shape how legal services are delivered internally.
What you'll be doing
- Manage a varied caseload across landlord and tenant matters, including:
- Possession proceedings (rent arrears and anti-social behaviour)
- Disrepair claims
- Unlawful occupation and tenancy fraud
- Failed succession cases
- General tenancy breaches
- Represent clients in court (most hearings are local and manageable)
- Advise internal stakeholders on day-to-day housing issues
- Draft and review tenancy agreements and legal documents
- Support a paralegal and contribute to the wider team
What stands out about this role
- Genuine work-life balance - caseloads are sensible (around 70-80 matters, often fewer)
- Regular advocacy - you'll actually be in court, not just behind a desk
- Autonomy - you're trusted to run your own files
- Close-knit team - collaborative, supportive, and not overly corporate
- Flexibility - typically one day a week in the office or court
What they're looking for
- Around 2+ years' PQE in housing law
- Experience with landlord and tenant matters (rent arrears, disrepair, ASB, etc.)
- Confidence managing your own caseload
- Advocacy experience or a willingness to build it
- A practical, calm approach with clients and colleagues
The package
- Competitive salary
- 30 days annual leave
- Competitive pension
- Health insurance
- Free parking
- Hybrid working
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