Legal Assistant - Housing Legal Team

Niyaa People Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Housing Association in Birmingham is seeking a Legal Assistant to support their Housing Legal Team. This role offers the opportunity to assist with civil litigation and housing management cases, providing impactful legal assistance. Candidates should possess a 2:1 Law degree or be LPC-qualified, along with experience in a civil litigation environment. This position ensures consistent, stable work within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Benefits

Temp to perm contract

35 hours per week

Collaborative working environment

Pay Rate - £19.96 per hour

Qualifications

• 2:1 Law degree and practical experience in a legal setting, OR LPC-qualified or equivalent.
• Experience in a civil litigation environment with exposure to civil drafting.
• Experience in housing management or tenancy-related cases.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with preparing claim forms, pleadings, and witness statements.
• Providing advice on housing management issues, focusing on anti-social behaviour.
• Liaising with barristers and managing case files.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Understanding of civil litigation procedures

Familiarity with the Civil Procedure Rules

Education

2:1 Law degree

LPC-qualified or equivalent

Tools

Legal case management software

Job description

Join a well-established Housing Association in a fulfilling Legal Assistant role that truly makes a difference to people's lives. This position offers the chance to support the Housing Legal Team with housing management matters and civil litigation, making a meaningful impact while benefiting from consistent, stable work.

As a Legal Assistant, you'll be assisting the team with housing management cases, including civil injunctions and possession claims, while fostering strong collaboration between internal stakeholders and external legal partners. This is a rewarding role for someone who values a proactive approach to legal support, client‑focused service, and a strong team dynamic.

We'd love to hear from anyone with a background as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal, Housing Support Worker, or experience in civil litigation, housing law, or legal support, especially if you're passionate about providing legal assistance in housing management.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with preparing claim forms, pleadings, and witness statements for civil injunctions and possession claims in the County Court; solid drafting skills are required.
• Providing advice to our internal clients on a range of housing management issues, with particular focus on anti‑social behaviour.
• Liaising with barristers we instruct on cases, ensuring effective communication and smooth case progression.
• Providing administrative support, including preparing hearing/trial bundles and managing case files.

Desired Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied caseload and meet competing deadlines.
• A solid understanding of civil litigation procedures and exposure to civil drafting.
• Familiarity with the Civil Procedure Rules.

Previous Experience

Ideally, you will have worked in a civil litigation environment, with exposure to civil drafting and housing law. Experience in housing management or supporting legal teams in tenancy‑related cases is a plus.

Qualifications

2:1 Law degree and practical experience in a legal setting, OR LPC-qualified or equivalent.

Key Requirements

• Basic DBS check.
• Proficiency in IT and experience using legal case management software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to manage a diverse caseload.

Benefits

• 35 hours per week.
• Temp to perm contract, providing consistent, stable work with the opportunity for permanent placement.
• A meaningful role where you'll directly support the legal team and contribute to the management of housing law cases.
• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Pay Rate - £19.96 per hour.

Location

This role is based in Birmingham, Edgbaston, with some travel required to attend court hearings or meetings with external legal partners. The city is well‑connected, making travel between locations straightforward.

How to Apply

If this Legal Assistant role sounds like your next step, apply now or contact Ryan Stewart for more information.