Lawyer (Housing) Ref RQ1528428

Essential Employment; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment business seeks a legal professional with expertise in public sector housing law and litigation. The role involves managing casework related to council housing, providing legal advice, and working closely with local authorities. Candidates should possess significant experience in relevant legislation and be IT literate, with the ability to work independently. This position requires full-time commitment during the induction period and at least three days per week thereafter.

Qualifications

• Significant experience with council housing management law under the Housing Act 1985.
• Experience in homelessness litigation and housing allocations under the Housing Act 1996.
• Ability to conduct casework with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear and accurate legal advice and assess legal risks.
• Manage casework related to council house possession and local authority tenancies.

Skills

Public sector housing law

Litigation

Legal research

IT literacy

Tools

Electronic legal case management systems

Job description

Job Requirements

Required: In-depth knowledge and experience of public sector housing law and litigation, including:

1. Significant experience with council housing management law under the Housing Act 1985 and relevant legislation, procedures, and policies.
2. Experience in council house possession work, unauthorised occupancy, succession, and possession on grounds other than rent arrears.
3. Experience in homelessness litigation, law, and housing allocations under the Housing Act 1996.
4. Experience with litigation and law relating to local authority tenancies under the Housing Act 1985.

Additional requirements include:

• Experience working in a local authority.
• Ability to conduct casework with minimal supervision.
• IT literacy, skilled in legal research, and proficient in using electronic legal case management systems.
• Ability to provide clear and accurate legal advice and assess legal risks.
• Availability to work full-time in the office during the induction period (2-3 weeks) and at least three full days per week thereafter.

Application Process

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are unable to respond to all unsuccessful applications. However, you will be contacted by phone if your CV progresses to the next stage.

If interested, please apply on our website with your CV or email your CV to Beth at [e-mail], quoting the reference number.

Additional Information

Essential Employment acts as an Employment Business for this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All roles may require pre-employment checks, including references, so please be prepared.

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