Housing Law Solicitor (Permanent) in Walsall

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 will 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 will manage your own caseload while contributing to a collaborative, supportive environment.

• 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, Magistrates Court and First-tier Tribunal.
• Advising colleagues on legal risks, responsibilities and options relating to social housing.
• Working closely with operational teams to support service delivery and case outcomes.
• Ensuring compliance with legislation, court procedures, Civil Procedure Rules and professional standards.
• Supporting knowledge sharing across the organisation, including informal guidance and updates on changes in law.

We're looking for someone who has:

• A law degree or other relevant professional qualification.
• Qualified Solicitor or FCILEX with 5+ years PQE, with experience of legal case management relating to housing condition claims, including drafting court applications, defences, witness statements, and with knowledge of the associated Civil Procedure Rules and Pre-Action Protocols.
• Experience of attending, presenting and advocacy in County Court hearings.
• A keen interest in social housing law, including an understanding of relevant legislation and case law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to colleagues.
• A collaborative attitude and be proactive in building strong working relationships.
• Experience in advising on and assisting with litigation, including casework and Court appearances.
• Experience in court advocacy and case preparation.
• Good legal drafting skills.
• Strong organisational skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency using legal databases and MS Office suite.
• Good research skills.
• Committed team player and ability to adapt well to new challenges.
• Ability to develop and sustain strong relationships with colleagues and third-party stakeholders.
• The ability to show resilience when dealing with challenging situations.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, 27 days annual leave (plus Christmas shut down), a defined benefit pension scheme, health cash plan, a range of shopping and leisure discounts. We are output focused and flexible and believe in giving colleagues the right balance of autonomy and support to enable them to work to their full potential. Despite the high expectation for performance and delivery, we are committed to ensuring colleagues have a healthy work-life balance and able to work in agile ways which support them.