Housing Litigation Lawyer

Service Care Legal; London; Hybrid; GBP 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in the affordable housing sector seeks a Senior Housing Solicitor to join their in-house legal team in Central London. This role involves managing a team, providing legal advice, and mentoring junior staff while ensuring delivery aligns with organisational standards. This position offers a competitive salary with benefits and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Mentorship Opportunities

Hybrid Working Model

Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' PQE in housing and leasehold law.
• Experience supervising and developing junior staff.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant legal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 5 Paralegals.
• Manage caseload of housing management and leasehold disputes.
• Deliver legal training across internal teams.

Skills

Housing Law

Leasehold Law

Litigation Procedures

Case Management

Supervision

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX)

Job description

Service Care Legal are currently working on behalf of a leading provider in the affordable housing sector to recruit an experienced Senior Housing Solicitor. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded in-house legal team at a pivotal time of growth and transformation.Our client manages a substantial portfolio of housing stock across London and surrounding regions, delivering essential services to tens of thousands of residents. As a key member of the legal department, you’ll have the chance to influence legal service delivery and help shape the direction of the team.

ROLE: Senior Housing Solicitor
LOCATION: Central London / Hybrid
SALARY: £61,531 to £64,769 DOE and interview performance + benefits

Please note that this position requires office attendance 3 days per week.

The Role

We’re seeking a confident legal professional with a strong background in housing and leasehold law, and a passion for mentoring others. Key responsibilities include:

Leading a team of 5 Paralegals across the team
Managing a caseload of housing management and leasehold disputes.
Ensuring high-quality legal advice is delivered in line with organisational standards and performance indicators.
Collaborating cross-functionally to support organisational goals and mitigate legal risks.
Delivering legal training across internal teams to raise awareness and understanding of key legal topics.
The Person

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX).
Minimum of 3 years’ PQE, ideally gained within social housing, local government, or an in-house RP legal team.
Strong working knowledge of housing and leasehold law, litigation procedures, and case management.
Demonstrable experience of supervising and developing junior legal staff.

If this sounds like an opportunity of interest, please contact Lloyd Stanley on(phone number removed), or email(url removed). We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250

Job Info

Job Title:

Housing Litigation Lawyer

Company:

Service Care Legal

Location:

Posted:

Closes:

Jul 17th 2025

Sector:

Legal

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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