Housing Disrepair Lawyer — Court-Ready & Mentoring Lead

Remedy Recruitment Group; Harlow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector legal firm is seeking a dynamic housing lawyer in Harlow to manage a caseload of around 90 housing disrepair cases. The ideal candidate must be a qualified solicitor with relevant experience and have a willingness to attend the office at least once a week. Responsibilities include providing legal advice to Council departments, negotiating settlements, and representing the Local Authority in court. Successful applicants will engage in team collaboration and contribute to the training of junior staff.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified solicitor with relevant experience.
• Willing to attend the office at least once a week.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of housing disrepair claims.
• Provide legal advice to Council client departments.
• Represent the Local Authority in court hearings.
• Draft legal documentation and agreements.
• Collaborate with surveyors and contractors.

Skills

Housing law expertise

Caseload management

Negotiation

Legal drafting

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

A public sector legal firm is seeking a dynamic housing lawyer in Harlow to manage a caseload of around 90 housing disrepair cases. The ideal candidate must be a qualified solicitor with relevant experience and have a willingness to attend the office at least once a week. Responsibilities include providing legal advice to Council departments, negotiating settlements, and representing the Local Authority in court. Successful applicants will engage in team collaboration and contribute to the training of junior staff.