Breach of contract drafter

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm based in Manchester is seeking a Breach of Contract Drafter to join their Housing Disrepair Team. The ideal candidate will have a strong litigation background and excellent communication skills to assist clients and draft necessary court documents. The role offers flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits, making it a great opportunity for an experienced legal professional.

Benefits

Flexible start and finish times

25 days holiday plus bank holidays & day off on your birthday

Pension scheme with 6% employer contribution

Subsidised gym membership

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ litigation experience required.
• Housing disrepair experience is desirable.
• Competent in use of Microsoft packages such as Word, Teams.

Responsibilities

• Drafting Part 8 claims and N244 applications.
• Maintaining high levels of client care throughout.
• Liaising with clients by telephone for court paperwork assistance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem solving

Ability to handle volume work

Job description

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Client:

Antony Hodari Solicitors

Location:

bolton, greater manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Breach of Contract Drafter (Grade C or above) Job Title: Housing Disrepair Breach of Contract Drafter Location: Manchester or Liverpool (with opportunity for hybrid working) Reports to: Housing Disrepair Breach of Contract Litigation Manager We can offer:

• Salary up to £32,500 (dependant on experience) + Bonus

• City centre location close to public transport

• Flexible start and finish times

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays & day off on your birthday

• Pension scheme with 6% employer contribution

• Subsidised gym membership

• Casual dress Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary Working in our specialist Housing Disrepair Breach of Contract Team, you will be responsible for drafting proceedings under Part 8 CPR and N244 Applications under Part 7 CPR on Claimant matters where the Defendant has breached previously agreed settlement terms. You will be supporting the team’s litigation fee earners who will take conduct post issue until conclusion. Why work for Antony Hodari Solicitors Antony Hodari Solicitors has been established for over 40 years and is based in Manchester City Centre within easy access of public transport. We specialize in housing litigation for clients throughout the UK. We believe that no one should have to live in unsafe or unsuitable housing conditions. Delivering an unparalleled level of service to our clients - over 1000 satisfied clients rate us an average 4.8 on Trustpilot and Reviews.io. Reputation is very important to us, and we are seeking talented like-minded individuals to join our growing team. Purpose of the role The firm operates a very successful housing disrepair team whereby we act for tenants of residential social housing who are complaining of disrepair at their property which their landlord has failed to remedy. Cases are pursued under the Housing Conditions Protocol with typical agreements being reached with landlords pre or post litigation in terms of damages, agreed repairs, timescale for completion, and costs.

Unfortunately, a significant proportion of those agreements are subsequently breached by the landlord. Your role will be to assist in the enforcement of those agreed terms, particularly relating to any failure to complete agreed repairs at the property in the agreed timescale. Working within our Breach of Contract team, you will be responsible for drafting Part 8 Claim Forms and associated witness evidence, and N244 Application Notices to lift Stay of Proceedings on previously litigated matters. The main objective of the role is to prepare the case for handling by a litigation fee earner who will then retain conduct until conclusion. This will involve liaising with our clients by telephone on a regular basis to assist in drafting of necessary Court paperwork. Main duties and responsibilities

· Consideration of previous settlement agreement / terms and consideration of enforceability.

· Taking client instructions to establish what works at the property remain outstanding.

· Draft Part 8 claims and N244 applications.

· Ensure the litigation process is carried out in line with statute, best practices, and the firm’s standards.

· Maintaining high levels of client care throughout. Requirements Experience: Minimum 2 years’ litigation experience. Skills & competencies:

· Housing disrepair experience is desirable, but not essential. Position would also suit those from a personal injury background.

· Ability to handle volume work.

· Experience of Proclaim or other case management software is desirable, but not essential.

· Competent in use of Microsoft packages such as Word, Teams.

· Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.

· Ability to make decisions.

· Ability to problem solve.

Ability to work to strict deadlines and SLAS whilst maintaining excellent client care Personal attributes:

· Initiative, optimism, confidence, adaptability, motivation, willingness to learn, resilience.