Housing Litigation Paralegal

Service Care; Horsham; In loco; GBP 25.000 - 32.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Service Care is seeking an experienced Housing Litigation Paralegal for a contract role in London. You will support landlord and tenant litigation, handle pre-action tasks, drafting, and case management while working within a housing association's legal team.

The role includes initial in-office days with a gradual reduction to 4 days, then 3 days, and a 35-hour week. Pay rates are competitive and reflects housing sector experience.

Competenze

• Experience supporting possession claims, injunctions, ASB and housing disrepair matters.
• Law degree or equivalent qualification.
• Pre-action casework or housing litigation experience (desirable).
• Strong case management, drafting and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and manage caseloads.

Mansioni

• Support the legal team with landlord and tenant litigation.
• Assist with pre-action casework and legal filings.
• Draft legal documents and correspondence.
• Manage case files and ensure deadlines are met.
• Participate in initial in-office days, then reduce to 4 days, then 3 days.
• Contribute to effective delivery of housing sector legal services.

Conoscenze

Litigation support

Case management

Drafting documents

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Formazione

Law degree

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Advertisement: Housing Litigation Paralegal (Contract)

Are you an experienced Housing Litigation Paralegal looking for an exciting contract opportunity in London? Our client, a leading housing association, is seeking a dedicated Housing Litigation Paralegal to provide vital support within their legal team. This is a fantastic chance to apply your skills in a dynamic environment and gain valuable experience in housing law.

Housing Litigation Paralegal Responsibilities

• Supporting the legal team with landlord and tenant litigation, including possession claims, injunctions, anti-social behaviour (ASB), and housing disrepair matters
• Assisting with pre-action casework and legal filings
• Drafting legal documents and correspondence
• Managing case files efficiently and ensuring deadlines are met
• Participating in initial in-office days, with a gradual reduction to 4 days, then 3 days in the office after the initial weeks
• Contributing to the effective delivery of legal services within the housing sector

Housing Litigation Paralegal Requirements

• Experience supporting possession claims, injunctions, ASB, and housing disrepair matters
• A law degree or equivalent qualification
• Pre-action casework or housing litigation experience (desirable), preferably within a housing association, local authority, or legal practice
• Strong case management, drafting, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team and manage caseloads efficiently

Housing Litigation Paralegal Benefits and Pay

This role offers an attractive pay rate of £22.97 per hour (umbrella), or £20.33 per hour (PAYE including holiday pay), or £18.14 per hour (PAYE excluding holiday pay). The initial contract lasts for 3 months, with a possibility of extension. The position is based in London and involves a 35-hour work week, with flexible office days after the initial period.