Disrepair Paralegal

Michael Page Legal; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A national legal services provider is seeking a Disrepair Paralegal in Liverpool for an 18-month fixed-term contract. You will manage housing disrepair cases, liaise with various stakeholders, and ensure high-quality legal outcomes. The ideal candidate should have experience in housing disrepair and relevant qualifications. This role offers a salary of £30,000-£40,000, hybrid working, and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Enhanced sick pay

Discounted gym membership

Occupational Health support

BUPA health expenses cover

Aviva pension scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in housing disrepair cases.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent training/experience.
• Skilled at drafting legal documentation and managing caseloads.
• Experienced in liaising with internal stakeholders and external counsel.

Responsibilities

• Handling an active caseload of housing disrepair matters.
• Drafting witness statements and preparing court bundles.
• Representing the organisation in court and tribunal hearings.
• Supporting compliance with legislation and identifying risks.

Skills

Experience in housing disrepair cases

Drafting legal documentation

Legal research

Attention to detail

Education

Degree level education or equivalent training

Job description

We're seeking a Disrepair Paralegal to join our client’s in‑house legal team based in Liverpool on an 18‑month fixed‑term contract. You’ll manage housing disrepair cases through pre‑litigation and post‑litigation stages, supporting the wider Legal Services function and contributing to high‑quality, efficient legal outcomes.

Client Details

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.

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

Profile

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

Job 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.