Housing Litigation Solicitor

LJ Recruitment; Orpington; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law recruitment agency is seeking a Housing Litigation Solicitor with NQ to 5 years PQE for a fully remote position. The ideal candidate will manage cases related to disrepair, possession claims, and homelessness appeals, ensuring a high standard of client advocacy. This role offers a competitive salary and the flexibility of remote working while requiring occasional travel to Kent.

Benefits

Fully remote working with flexible hours

Competitive salary

Supportive team culture

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• NQ to 5 years PQE in housing litigation is required.
• Demonstrable experience handling disrepair matters is a must.
• Ability to manage cases independently with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload focused on housing litigation.
• Advise landlords, housing associations, and local authorities.
• Handle possession claims and anti-social behaviour cases.

Skills

Court advocacy

Communication skills

Client-focused approach

Remote case management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Housing Litigation Solicitor (NQ - 5 Years PQE) | Remote Working | Within 1.5 Hours of Kent

Are you a Housing Litigation Solicitor with solid experience in disrepair matters, looking for your next challenge? We're partnering with a reputable, forward-thinking law firm seeking a dedicated solicitor to join their Housing Litigation team. This role offers full remote working flexibility, ideal for those wanting to balance a busy caseload with lifestyle priorities.

About the Role:

You will manage a varied caseload primarily focused on housing litigation, with a strong emphasis on disrepair claims alongside possession proceedings, anti-social behaviour, and homelessness appeals. You will provide expert advice to landlords, housing associations, and local authorities, advocating for clients and ensuring high-quality case outcomes.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Solicitor, NQ to 5 years PQE in housing litigation
• Must have demonstrable experience handling disrepair matters
• Confident in court advocacy with a strong track record in possession claims and other housing litigation
• Ability to manage cases independently and work remotely
• Excellent communication skills and client-focused approach
• Comfortable with technology and remote case management
• Based within 1.5 hours of Kent to attend occasional client or court meetings if required

What's On Offer:

• Fully remote working with flexible hours
• Competitive salary reflecting experience
• Supportive team culture and career development opportunities
• Exposure to complex and high-profile housing litigation cases

If you have a passion for housing litigation and disrepair work, want the flexibility of remote working, and are based within easy reach of Kent, get in touch today for a confidential conversation.