Housing Disrepair Locum

Venn Group; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitor for a locum position based in Manchester. The role requires advising tenants on their legal rights, managing claims, and drafting legal documentation while ensuring compliance with housing legislation. The position offers a competitive hourly rate, with potential for remote work. Candidates must have a proven track record in handling disrepair cases. Please apply with your updated CV or reach out for a confidential discussion.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing disrepair cases is essential.
• Must be able to work independently and manage a caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Advise tenants on their rights and obligations regarding disrepair.
• Manage cases from start to finish, including court preparations.
• Draft legal documents and negotiate settlements.

Skills

Housing legislation knowledge

Negotiation skills

Legal drafting

Claim management

Job description

Job Title: Housing Disrepair Solicitor

Location: North

Contract Type: Locum / Temporary

Start Date: ASAP

Overview

We are working with a Manchester-based organisation seeking an experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitor to support their team on a locum basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising tenants on statutory and contractual repairing obligations under housing legislation.
• Managing housing disrepair claims from initial instruction through to settlement or trial.
• Drafting and responding to pre‑action correspondence in compliance with relevant protocols.
• Instructing experts and analysing surveyor and medical evidence.
• Issuing and progressing court proceedings, including drafting pleadings and schedules of loss.
• Negotiating settlements and advising on damages, injunctions, and enforcement of repair works.
• Liaising with landlords, local authorities, housing associations, and counsel.

Working Arrangement

• Fully Remote
• Office attendance preferable

Rate

• Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience)

Please apply with your updated CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.