Housing Disrepair Fee Earner

JS3 Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law recruitment agency in the UK seeks a Senior Housing Disrepair Solicitor. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of housing law and experience in handling complex disrepair claims. Responsibilities include advising clients, negotiating settlements, and representing clients at hearings. The position is full-time, permanent, and aimed at candidates with at least 3 years' experience in the field.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in housing disrepair law.
• Strong understanding of housing law and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and representation to clients with housing disrepair issues.
• Conduct investigations into housing disrepair claims.
• Negotiate settlements with landlords and property managers.

Skills

Housing disrepair law

Excellent written and oral communication

Client service skills

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Our client is seeking a Solicitor, ILEX, CILEX, or Paralegal for this role.

We are collaborating with a privately owned law firm with an excellent reputation, established nearly 30 years ago, specializing in various areas of law.

To support their growth, they are looking to strengthen their housing disrepair department and are seeking a Senior Housing Disrepair Solicitor. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of housing law and experience handling complex disrepair claims.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide legal advice and representation to clients with housing disrepair issues.
2. Conduct investigations into housing disrepair claims.
3. Negotiate settlements with landlords and property managers.
4. Prepare and file court documents.
5. Represent clients at hearings and trials.

Qualifications:

1. Qualified solicitor with at least 3 years' experience in housing disrepair law.
2. Strong understanding of housing law and procedures.
3. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
4. Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
5. Strong client service skills.

As the client aims to expand their housing disrepair department, they are interested in speaking with candidates at all levels of experience, from head of department to paralegals, who have worked within the housing disrepair market.

Job Details

• Job Title: Housing Disrepair Fee Earner
• Company: JS3 Recruitment Ltd
• Location: [Location not specified]
• Posted: Aug 4th, 2025
• Closes: Sep 4th, 2025
• Sector: Legal
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time

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