Housing Rights Legal Adviser

SHELTER; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization located in Liverpool is seeking a dedicated Paralegal/Legal Adviser to join their team. The role involves assisting in litigation and providing legal advice to clients facing housing issues. Ideal candidates should have excellent communication skills, legal experience, and a background in housing law. The position offers a chance to make a significant impact on the local community and provides a range of benefits including generous annual leave and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Enhanced family friendly policies

Pension and interest-free travel loans

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Good understanding of litigation work.
• Ability to carry out legal research effectively.
• Proficiency in managing time and workloads.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active caseload and enforce clients' housing rights.
• Draft letters and make applications for court representation.
• Ensure compliance with time recording and income targets.

Skills

Legal research

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Case management systems

Time recording software

Job description

A non-profit organization located in Liverpool is seeking a dedicated Paralegal/Legal Adviser to join their team. The role involves assisting in litigation and providing legal advice to clients facing housing issues. Ideal candidates should have excellent communication skills, legal experience, and a background in housing law. The position offers a chance to make a significant impact on the local community and provides a range of benefits including generous annual leave and employee assistance programs.