Housing Lawyer

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Senior Housing Lawyer for a one-month contract with a potential extension. Key responsibilities include managing a varied caseload of housing legal matters, supervising approximately 188 active cases, and providing clear legal advice on housing legislation. Successful candidates will possess significant experience in local government housing law, with a strong ability to manage complex matters and undertake advocacy. This full-time position offers a significant role in ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in local government housing law is essential.
• Proven ability to manage complex housing matters.
• Demonstrated advocacy experience on behalf of a public body.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of housing legal matters.
• Provide supervision for approximately 188 active cases.
• Deliver legal advice to Housing Services.

Skills

Time Management

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Computer Skills

Microsoft Word

Legal Research

Microsoft Excel

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives

Job description

1 Month Contract With A Local Authority

(CHANCE OF 11 MONTH EXTENSION)

Role Purpose

As a Senior Housing Lawyer you will supervise and manage a varied and complex housing litigation caseload ensuring high-quality legal advice robust risk management and effective service delivery across the Councils Housing functions.

Your caseload and supervision responsibilities will include:

• Disrepair claims
• Homelessness Judicial Reviews
• Possession proceedings

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring timely progression of matters while upholding the Councils statutory and regulatory responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of routine and non-routine housing legal matters.
• Provide senior-level supervision for approximately 188 active housing cases.
• Ensure all matters progress efficiently with full compliance with statutory duties and professional practice standards.
• Deliver clear consistent and accurate legal advice to Housing Services and internal stakeholders.
• Advise on the interpretation and application of housing legislation regulations and case law.
• Undertake advocacy on behalf of the Council in courts and tribunals as required.
• Draft review and settle complex legal documents pleadings instructions to counsel and committee or client reports.
• Ensure adherence to the Services practice management requirements and client care standards.
• Identify assess and mitigate legal risks across the housing caseload.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within Legal & Governance Services.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in housing law legal practice and local government operations.

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (Supreme Court of England and Wales / English Bar) or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives.
• Extensive demonstrable experience in local government housing law.
• Proven ability to manage and advise on complex housing matters including:
• Disrepair litigation
• Homelessness Judicial Reviews
• Possession proceedings
• Track record of delivering accurate timely and practical legal advice.
• Experience undertaking advocacy on behalf of a public body.
• Ability to manage a demanding workload with minimal supervision.

Key Skills

Time Management, Microsoft Office, Communication skills, Computer Skills, Microsoft Word, Banking, Legal Research, Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Excel, Underwriting, Phone Etiquette

Employment Type: Full Time

Vacancy: 1