Housing Solicitor

Simpson Judge; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading niche firm in Wigan as a Housing Solicitor, handling a diverse caseload focused on housing litigation. You'll work in a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers genuine career development opportunities. With a strong pipeline of work, you will gain exposure to technically challenging cases from day one, all while benefiting from flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working

Excellent work-life balance

Strong client base with high-quality matters

Real career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of housing law, particularly Section 8 and Section 21 procedures.
• Experience with debt recovery and possession actions.
• Ability to manage volume work efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Handle Section 21 and Section 8 proceedings, possession claims, and housing repossessions.
• Advise clients on pre-action protocol and enforcement options.
• Manage housing recovery litigation for local authorities and landlords.

Skills

Litigation

Advocacy

Communication

Education

2 years PQE in Housing Law

Job description

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Leading Niche Firm – Wigan/Hybrid
PQE: 2+ years
Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Hybrid Working Working Hours: Full Time

(Hybrid Offered)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Housing Solicitor to join a specialist legal practice with a strong national reputation in complex litigation and recoveries work. This is a fantastic chance to join a progressive and well-established firm that offers genuine career development, a supportive environment, and high-quality work.

I’m currently working in partnership with a leading legal 500 law firm, a recognised leader in litigation and recoveries, to recruit a solicitor into their expanding Housing and Recoveries team.

The Role:

• Working as part of a close-knit, highly experienced team, you will handle a varied caseload with a focus on:
• Section 21 and Section 8 proceedings
• Possession claims and housing repossessions
• Debt recovery related to tenancies and leaseholds
• Housing recovery litigation on behalf of local authorities, housing associations, and landlords
• Advising clients on pre-action protocol, enforcement options, and defending disrepair claims where applicable
• You’ll be joining a firm with a strong pipeline of work, particularly acting for public bodies, landlords, and institutional clients, giving you exposure to technically challenging and rewarding files from day one.

About You:

• To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:
• At least 2 years’ PQE (Housing litigation experience essential)
• Solid knowledge of housing law, particularly Section 8 and Section 21 procedures
• Experience dealing with debt recovery and possession actions
• Strong litigation and advocacy skills (or willingness to develop them)
• A practical and commercial mindset, with the ability to manage volume work efficiently
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working within a team

Why Join our client:

• Specialist environment – work alongside industry-recognised experts
• Flexible/hybrid working – excellent work-life balance with 2-3 days WFH
• Strong client base – varied, high-quality matters for major housing providers
• Career progression – real scope for growth as part of a forward-thinking team

This is a brilliant opening for a solicitor who enjoys housing law and wants to work in a firm where your contribution is genuinely valued, and career development is encouraged.

To apply or for a confidential conversation, please contact Millie Ebbrell @ Simpson Judge Legal