At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage housing cases, prepare court documents, and represent clients in hearings.
- Company: Join a supportive legal team at whg, focused on housing matters.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Full-time role with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives through housing law.
- Qualifications: Experience in housing law and case management is essential.
Salary: £53,090 - £56,253 per annum plus excellent benefits
Location: Walsall, West Midlands
Contract: Full Time, Permanent, 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 21 August 2026
Interview Date: 27 August 2026 and 3 September 2026
We have an exciting opportunity in our Legal Team for an experienced Housing Solicitor to support and advise on housing related matters, housing condition claims and associated applications and claims. The ideal candidate will have experience of legal case management relating to housing matters eg tenancy breaches, anti-social behaviour and housing condition claims. You’ll support the delivery of legal services to whg by providing advice and representation across a range of housing litigation matters. Working closely with the Housing Litigation Manager and wider Legal team, you’ll manage your own caseload while contributing to a collaborative, supportive environment.
Main job responsibilities:
- Managing a varied caseload of housing management matters including disrepair, rent possession, injunctions, tenancy succession and neighbourhood issues
- Preparing cases for court, drafting pleadings, witness statements and legal documentation
- Representing whg in hearings across the County Court
Housing Solicitor (Disrepair) employer: Walsall Housing Group
At whg, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a competitive salary and a fantastic work-life balance for our Roofers in Walsall. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our generous benefits package, including 27 days of annual leave, a local government pension scheme, and flexible working opportunities. Join us in making a real difference in our communities while enjoying a supportive and inclusive work culture that values trust, respect, and collaboration.
