Housing Disrepair Lawyer – Hybrid, Litigation Focus

Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector recruitment firm is seeking a Housing Lawyer for a permanent position in Basildon, UK. The role, which requires substantial experience in housing disrepair litigation, offers a hybrid working model with office attendance twice weekly. Responsibilities include handling cases from pre-litigation through litigation, possession proceedings, and enforcement actions. Benefits include generous leave and a competitive pension scheme, making it an attractive opportunity for qualified legal professionals.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Competitive Local Government pension scheme

Hybrid working arrangements

Death in service policy

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the pre-action protocol for housing conditions claims.
• Experience in litigation process essential.
• Substantial experience in housing disrepair litigation.

Responsibilities

• Focus on disrepair cases from pre-litigation to conclusion.
• Handle possession proceedings.
• Manage closure orders and enforcement actions.

Skills

Housing disrepair litigation

Understanding of pre-action protocol

Litigation process

Education

Qualified solicitor, barrister or legal executive

Job description

A public sector recruitment firm is seeking a Housing Lawyer for a permanent position in Basildon, UK. The role, which requires substantial experience in housing disrepair litigation, offers a hybrid working model with office attendance twice weekly. Responsibilities include handling cases from pre-litigation through litigation, possession proceedings, and enforcement actions. Benefits include generous leave and a competitive pension scheme, making it an attractive opportunity for qualified legal professionals.