Housing Litigation Paralegal

Riverside; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside seeks a Housing Litigation Paralegal to join their Legal Team. This role involves providing legal support on various housing issues and managing court-related documentation. The ideal candidate will possess a degree, strong communication, and IT skills, contributing to the team’s success in serving the community and addressing legal challenges.

Benefits

Competitive pay & generous pension

28 days holidays plus bank holidays

Flexible working options

Investment in your learning and development

A wide range of benefits

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent required.
• Strong database management and communication skills crucial.
• High IT literacy and research abilities necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on access matters for damp, mould, electrical inspections, and gas servicing.
• Draft Court paperwork and manage case schedules.
• Represent TRGL in Court and liaise with external parties.

Skills

Database Management

Communication

IT Literacy

Research Skills

Education

Degree from a recognised UK university or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Housing Litigation Paralegal

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £32,545.96 (£35,916.12 after 12 months of successful performance)

Working Hours: 35 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, Hybrid

Location: Speke, Liverpool

If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please attach a current CV and covering letter. Riverside recruits based on potential, not just skills and experience, so we encourage applications even if you don't meet all the essential criteria.

The difference you will make as a Housing Litigation Paralegal

The Riverside Group Limited (TRGL) requires a Housing Litigation Paralegal to support the in-house Legal Team with damp and mould, electrical inspection work, and occasional access for gas servicing.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• A Degree from a recognised UK university or equivalent (or qualification from a non-UK university).
• Excellent database management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• High IT literacy and research skills.

Why Riverside?

At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve revitalised neighbourhoods and supported communities by providing homes for fulfilling lives. We manage over 75,000 affordable homes across the UK, ranging from homelessness services to social care, employment support, and retirement living.

Working With Us, You’ll Enjoy

• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options
• Investment in your learning and development
• A wide range of benefits

Diversity And Inclusion At Riverside

We value diversity and foster a respectful, inclusive workplace. Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants with disabilities who meet minimum requirements.

Applications may close early, so apply promptly.

Role Profile

• Provide legal support on access matters for damp, mould, electrical inspections, and gas servicing.
• Check legal documentation, draft Court paperwork, update case systems, prepare Court bundles, and manage case schedules.
• Represent TRGL in Court and liaise with external parties.
• Collaborate with Legal and Building Safety teams to develop efficient processes.
• Handle high volumes of work with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Maintain internal systems and participate in meetings and training.

Person Specification

Essential

• Degree or equivalent
• Database management, communication, IT, and research skills
• Relationship-building abilities
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work under pressure
• Outcome-focused with analytical skills
• Independent work ethic and team player
• Customer focus and commitment to EDI

Desirable

• Law Degree or relevant housing law experience
• Knowledge of access processes for electrical, gas, damp, and mould issues
• Interest in social housing and legal compliance
• Experience in complex organisations or housing sector
• Long-term professional development commitment

About Us

Riverside is a leading UK social housing and regeneration organisation with over 90 years of history, managing around 75,000 homes and planning to build 15,000 more in the next decade.

Our Values and Behaviours

Creating an Inclusive Environment