In House Housing Litigation Solicitor

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 55.000 - 67.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid working

Defined benefit pension

Generous leave entitlements

Zusammenfassung

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment is seeking an experienced Housing Litigation solicitor for an in-house role offering flexible remote work and strong work‑life balance. You will handle a varied caseload spanning local government law, judicial review, civil litigation and public sector housing.

The role provides a clear path into senior legal management with mentoring and training, plus a generous package including up to £61,000 salary, 28.5–32.5 days leave, and a defined benefit pension under a

Qualifikationen

• Substantial experience in civil litigation and public sector housing in England & Wales.
• Ability to manage a personal caseload and supervise junior colleagues.
• Experience in commercial litigation, property litigation, local government law, education law, employment law, or judicial review.
• Strong stakeholder management and supervision skills.

Aufgaben

• Lead housing-related litigation and advise on housing policy and procedures within a supportive team of experienced lawyers and paralegals.
• Salary up to £61,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package including 28.5 days annual leave (rising to 32.5 after five years), defined benefit pension, and flexible hybrid working
• Clear pathway into senior legal management, with strong emphasis on training, mentoring, and professional development

Kenntnisse

Civil litigation

Public sector housing

Staff supervision

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Ausbildung

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Postgraduate qualification in law

Law Society or Bar Standards Board membership

Jobbeschreibung

Are you an experienced Housing Litigation solicitor looking for a role that offers high-quality work, genuine flexibility and the opportunity to be involved in civil litigation & public sector housing?

We're working with a highly regarded In-House legal team seeking a senior lawyer to advise on a varied and interesting caseload spanning local government law, judicial review, civil litigation & public sector housing. This is an opportunity to play a key role on complex projects that have a real impact on communities, whilst enjoying a predominantly remote working arrangement and excellent work-life balance.

The Opportunity

• Lead housing-related litigation and advise on housing policy and procedures within a supportive team of experienced lawyers and paralegals
• Salary up to £61,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package including 28.5 days annual leave (rising to 32.5 after five years), defined benefit pension, and flexible hybrid working
• Clear pathway into senior legal management, with strong emphasis on training, mentoring, and professional development

Preferred Requirements

• Substantial experience in civil litigation and public sector housing practice, gained within England and Wales
• Proven ability to manage a personal caseload and supervise or mentor junior colleagues
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: commercial litigation, property litigation, local government law, education law, employment law, or judicial review
• Creative, energetic, and well‑organised approach to legal work, with strong stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated aptitude for or experience in staff supervision and management

Preferred Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives with a current practising certificate in England and Wales
• Postgraduate qualification in law or relevant specialist legal training
• Professional membership of the Law Society or Bar Standards Board