Housing Disrepair Lawyer

Venn Group - Leeds; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment agency is seeking a Locum Housing Disrepair Lawyer for predominantly remote working. The ideal candidate will manage housing disrepair claims and provide legal advice, with an hourly rate of £50 depending on experience. This position offers flexibility and the chance to work with a reputable Housing Association in the North West.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working within Housing Disrepair.
• Proven ability to manage a caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of housing disrepair claims.
• Provide legal advice on tenant disrepair claims.
• Liaise with internal teams to investigate claims.

Skills

Housing Disrepair experience

Legal negotiation skills

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Locum Housing Disrepair Lawyer – Predominantly Remote Working – £50 per hour Umbrella – North West

Venn Group’s specialist Legal Services team are currently working with a reputable Housing Association in the North West who are recruiting a Locum Litigation Lawyer to join their department

This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Solicitor, and it is essential that any applicant has experience working within Housing Disrepair.

Duties may include:

• Manage a caseload of housing disrepair claims, including pre-action protocol cases and litigated matters.
• Provide legal advice and representation in relation to tenant disrepair claims and counterclaims.
• Liaise with internal teams (e.g. asset management, repairs, housing officers) to investigate claims and coordinate appropriate responses.
• Instruct and work with external counsel or experts (e.g. surveyors) as needed.
• Draft legal documentation including defences, witness statements, and settlement agreements.
• Negotiate settlements where appropriate, balancing legal risk with commercial and reputational considerations.

An hourly rate of up to £50 per hour Umbrella is offered for this position dependent on experience.

Please apply for this role online or contact Beth Jackson-Jones or Anthony Fitton via phone or email for further information.

07441916435

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Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.