Antisocial Behaviour Legal Officer

PA Housing; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused housing organization is seeking an Antisocial Behaviour Legal Officer in Leicester. This role involves providing legal support on tenancy matters, preparing court cases, and ensuring compliance with legislation. Ideal candidates will have experience with ASB injunctions, excellent problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to residents' wellbeing. This position offers flexibility with hybrid working and various benefits to enhance your work life.

Benefits

High street discount schemes

Health cash plans

26 days' annual leave, increasing with service

Flexible bank holidays

Car leasing scheme

Hybrid working arrangement

Optional nine-day fortnight scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in handling ASB injunctions and possession proceedings.
• Experience working within housing, legal, or enforcement services.
• Ability to prepare accurate legal documentation and case files.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on tenancy and Antisocial Behaviour cases.
• Prepare and manage court proceedings and legal documentation.
• Work with internal teams and external partners to resolve issues.

Skills

Legal process initiation

Handling ASB injunctions

Understanding landlord and tenant legislation

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Job description

Antisocial Behaviour Legal Officer - Leicester Job Reference: Salary: £35,833 per annum, rising to £37,356 after probation. Employment Type: Permanent. Are you passionate about justice, fairness, and keeping our communities safe? We're looking for a skilled and motivated Antisocial Behaviour Legal Officer to join our dynamic team at PA Housing. This role is all about protecting residents' rights, promoting safe communities, and ensuring our tenancy practices are fair, consistent, and compliant. If you've got a strong legal mind, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love solving complex problems, this is your chance to make a genuine impact helping us uphold the law while supporting positive outcomes for our residents.

What's in it for you

• High street discount schemes
• Health cash plans
• 26 days' annual leave, increasing to 29 after three years, with the opportunity to buy more
• Flexible bank holidays – take them when it suits you
• Car leasing scheme
• Hybrid working offering you the flexibility to thrive in your role. You’ll have the opportunity to blend the best of both worlds, spending approximately two to three days per week in the office once settled in the role. This is flexible and depends on meeting cycles and board activity.
• We also offer an optional nine-day fortnight scheme, allowing you to compress your hours if it suits the role.

What you'll be doing

• Provide legal support and advice on tenancy and Antisocial Behaviour cases, ensuring compliance with legislation and policy
• Prepare and manage court proceedings, witness statements, and legal documentation
• Work closely with internal teams, external partners, and residents to resolve legal and Antisocial Behaviour issues
• Support eviction and enforcement processes while focusing on tenancy sustainment where possible
• Build strong relationships with local courts, solicitors, and key stakeholders
• Keep accurate case records, monitor outcomes, and report on performance
• Champion customer care, ensuring every interaction is handled with professionalism, empathy, and fairness
• Help shape and implement best practice in legal and Antisocial Behaviour management

What we're looking for

• Are confident initiating the legal process, preparing and submitting applications for injunctions, full injunctions, and possession proceedings so cases are court-ready for legal representation
• Have experience in handling ASB injunctions and possession proceedings
• Have experience working within housing, legal, or enforcement services
• Understand Landlord and Tenant legislation and social housing best practice
• Are confident handling complex legal cases and interpreting legislation
• Can prepare accurate legal documentation and case files to a high standard
• Communicate clearly and persuasively both in writing and in person
• Have strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, with great attention to detail
• Are calm under pressure and can balance empathy with assertiveness
• Bring a proactive, solution‑focused approach and a genuine commitment to residents' wellbeing

If specific qualifications are required, please upload them with your application to demonstrate your eligibility. At PA Housing, we believe in respect, integrity, and accountability. Our work is about people not just properties and we're always looking for ways to do better. If that sounds like your kind of place, we'd love to hear from you.

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