Lawyer - Housing and Litigation

Civic Recruitment Limited; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced solicitor or barrister to provide high-quality housing and litigation advice for a local authority on a 6-month contract. You will manage a varied caseload, draft and file court documents, and collaborate with internal colleagues and external stakeholders.

The role requires strong analytical and drafting skills, autonomy, and experience in housing law and civil litigation. Demonstrated ability to navigate public sector processes is desirable.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with current authorisation to practise in England and Wales.
• Significant post-qualification experience in housing and/or litigation.
• Experience managing a complex caseload with a high degree of autonomy.
• Experience conducting litigation and preparing cases for court.
• Strong knowledge of housing law and civil litigation.
• Experience providing clear and practical legal advice to internal clients and stakeholders.
• Strong drafting, advocacy, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritise competing demands, meet deadlines, and manage a busy caseload effectively.
• Experience working within a local government or public sector environment is desirable.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, professional, and client-focused legal services.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full and varied caseload of housing, civil litigation, and related legal matters.
• Provide clear, accurate, and commercially focused legal advice to internal clients and stakeholders.
• Take instructions, assess legal issues, and determine appropriate courses of action.
• Conduct and manage litigation proceedings, including preparing cases for court and representing the organisation where appropriate.
• Draft pleadings, statements, notices, correspondence, agreements, applications, and other legal documentation.
• Prepare evidence and case files, ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and in accordance with relevant legal and procedural requirements.
• Negotiate with opposing parties, solicitors, residents, tenants, landlords, enforcement officers, and other stakeholders.
• Liaise effectively with courts, tribunals, external legal advisers, enforcement agencies, and other external bodies.
• Advise on housing-related disputes, possession proceedings, tenancy matters, injunctions, disrepair, anti-social behaviour, and other relevant housing litigation.
• Support the organisation in managing legal risk and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain accurate case management records and monitor deadlines, hearings, costs, and case progression.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to provide practical and timely legal solutions.
• Keep up to date with relevant changes in legislation, case law, and legal practice.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of legal services, processes, and procedures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Autonomy

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister

Job description

Greenwich, United Kingdom | Posted on 07/09/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

6 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality legal advice and representation across housing and litigation matters, managing a varied and complex caseload on behalf of the organisation. The postholder will provide expert legal guidance, conduct litigation, prepare cases for court, and work collaboratively with internal teams, courts, solicitors, enforcement officers, and other external stakeholders to achieve effective legal outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a full and varied caseload of housing, civil litigation, and related legal matters.
• Provide clear, accurate, and commercially focused legal advice to internal clients and stakeholders.
• Take instructions, assess legal issues, and determine appropriate courses of action.
• Conduct and manage litigation proceedings, including preparing cases for court and representing the organisation where appropriate.
• Draft pleadings, statements, notices, correspondence, agreements, applications, and other legal documentation.
• Prepare evidence and case files, ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and in accordance with relevant legal and procedural requirements.
• Negotiate with opposing parties, solicitors, residents, tenants, landlords, enforcement officers, and other stakeholders.
• Liaise effectively with courts, tribunals, external legal advisers, enforcement agencies, and other external bodies.
• Advise on housing-related disputes, possession proceedings, tenancy matters, injunctions, disrepair, anti-social behaviour, and other relevant housing litigation.
• Support the organisation in managing legal risk and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain accurate case management records and monitor deadlines, hearings, costs, and case progression.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to provide practical and timely legal solutions.
• Keep up to date with relevant changes in legislation, case law, and legal practice.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of legal services, processes, and procedures.

Requirements

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with current authorisation to practise in England and Wales.
• Significant post-qualification experience in housing and/or litigation.
• Demonstrable experience managing a complex and varied caseload with a high degree of autonomy.
• Experience conducting litigation and preparing cases for court.
• Strong knowledge of housing law, civil litigation, and relevant procedural rules.
• Experience providing clear and practical legal advice to internal clients and stakeholders.
• Strong drafting, advocacy, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritise competing demands, meet deadlines, and manage a busy caseload effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to assess legal and organisational risk.
• Experience working within a local government or public sector environment is desirable.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, professional, and client-focused legal services.