Lead Lawyer, Public Sector Litigation & Housing

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirklees Metropolitan Council is seeking an enthusiastic Lawyer to lead the Litigation and Housing Team. The role focuses on public sector housing practice, housing policy advice, and overseeing related litigation, with opportunities to develop in other civil and public law areas.

You will join a team of experienced Lawyers, Legal Officers and Paralegals, with strong emphasis on training and progression towards senior legal management.

Qualifications

• You will be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives with a current practising certificate in England and Wales.
• You will have substantial experience in civil litigation and public sector housing practice.
• Experience supervising or managing staff is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and mentor less‑senior colleagues within the Litigation and Housing Team.
• Advise on housing policy and procedures and oversee housing‑related litigation.
• Develop skills across civil, commercial litigation, public law, education and employment as needed.
• Manage a personal caseload and contribute to strategic legal management.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Case management

Civil litigation

Education

Solicitor or Barrister or Fellow of ILEX

Job description

Kirklees Metropolitan Council is seeking an enthusiastic Lawyer to lead the Litigation and Housing Team. The role focuses on public sector housing practice, housing policy advice, and overseeing related litigation, with opportunities to develop in other civil and public law areas.

You will join a team of experienced Lawyers, Legal Officers and Paralegals, with strong emphasis on training and progression towards senior legal management.