Disrepair Paralegal

Michael Page (UK); Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Disrepair Paralegal to handle various housing disrepair matters. This hybrid role requires 3 days in the Liverpool office and involves drafting legal documentation, representing the organisation in hearings, and adhering to health and safety policies. The successful applicant will receive a salary between £30,000 and £40,000, alongside numerous benefits including annual leave, enhanced sick pay, and support for professional qualifications.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Enhanced sick pay

Discounted gym membership

Occupational Health support

BUPA health expenses cover

Life assurance

Aviva pension scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Study funding for professional qualifications

Volunteering opportunities

Lease car scheme

Qualifications

• Paralegal with experience in housing disrepair cases.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Skilled at working independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle active housing disrepair caseload.
• Draft witness statements and court bundles.
• Represent organisation in court as needed.

Skills

Experience in housing disrepair cases

Legal documentation drafting

Liaison with stakeholders

Legal research

Risk identification

Education

Degree level education or equivalent training/experience

Job description

• Lead on housing disrepair work for a major North West landlord
• Hybrid role: 3 days in the Liverpool office, 2 from home

About Our Client

You'll be working for an award‑winning national social housing provider and landlord with over 40,000 homes. They employ more than 1,500 staff across Liverpool, St Helens and Warrington and are committed to investing in people, homes, places and futures. This is your chance to join an organisation that offers genuine career development, strong values and a meaningful role in creating stronger communities.

Job Description

The Disrepair Paralegal will be:

• Handling an active caseload of housing disrepair matters (pre‑and post‑litigation)
• Drafting witness statements, interlocutory applications and preparation of court bundles
• Liaising with internal colleagues, client departments, opponent solicitors and counsel
• Representing the organisation in court and tribunal hearings as required
• Supporting the Legal Services team in ensuring compliance with legislation, identifying risks and implementing controls
• Keeping up‑to‑date knowledge of housing law, regulation, guidance and organisational policies
• Collaborating with internal teams to provide clear, timely advice and deliver seamless service to customers
• Contributing to value for money, efficiency improvements and continuous process improvement
• Adhering to Health & Safety, Equality & Diversity and company policies in all work

The Successful Applicant

The Disrepair Paralegal should be:

• A paralegal with demonstrable experience in housing disrepair cases
• Educated to degree level or have equivalent relevant training/experience
• Skilled at drafting legal documentation and working independently on caseloads
• Experienced in liaison with internal stakeholders and external counsel/solicitors
• Strong in legal research, risk‑identification and case progression with an eye for detail

What's on Offer

• Salary £30,000-£40,000 (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working: based predominantly in Liverpool with travel to St Helens & Warrington; team days Monday, Tuesday and Thursday in the Liverpool office
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Enhanced sick pay and discounted gym membership
• Occupational Health support, BUPA health expenses cover, life assurance
• Aviva pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
• Holiday purchase scheme, employee discounts on bikes, holidays and more
• Study funding for professional qualifications like SQE, reward & recognition schemes, volunteering opportunities and lease car scheme

If you're an experienced Disrepair Paralegal, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.