Principal Housing Disrepair Lawyer

Venn Group - Birmingham; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm is seeking a Locum Principal Housing Lawyer for a 3-month contract in the Midlands. This role involves managing Housing Disrepair cases, ensuring compliance with legal protocols, and leading a team of legal professionals. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in this field and be able to represent the Council in court. This position offers a predominantly remote working arrangement, requiring attendance at the office or court once a week. Competitive hourly rate of up to £65 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in handling Housing Disrepair matters.
• Prior experience working on behalf of Local Authorities.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all aspects of legal work relating to Housing Disrepair.
• Support and manage a team of Lawyers, Trainees, and Paralegals.
• Ensure compliance with the Housing Disrepair Pre-Action Protocol.
• Represent the Council in court and conduct advocacy.
• Negotiate and draft complex agreements in Housing Disrepair.
• Assess evidence in relation to Housing disrepair matters.

Skills

Housing Disrepair Handling

Team Management

Legal Compliance

Advocacy Skills

Negotiation

Job description

Locum Principal Housing Lawyer – 3 months + – Predominantly Remote Working – Full Time – Midlands

Position: Locum Principal Housing Lawyer

Organisation: Midlands based

Duration: 3 months + with the possibility of extension thereafter

Working Pattern: Full Time

Working Arrangement: Predominantly remote working, once a week attendance required office/Court

Hourly Rate: Up to £65 per hour Umbrella, dependent on experience

The ideal candidate will have experience in handling Housing Disrepair matters and can demonstrate prior experience working on behalf of Local Authorities.

Duties may include:

• Undertake all aspects of legal work relating to Housing Disrepair bringing all outsourced work back within the Council
• Supporting and managing a team of Lawyers, Trainees and Paralegals whilst managing Housing Disrepair cases at all stages of Pre-Litigation/Litigation
• Ensure compliance with the Housing Disrepair Pre-Action Protocol
• Represent the Council in court and Conduct advocacy where appropriate
• Negotiate and draft complex and sensitive agreements and documents in the area of Housing Disrepair and provide clear case strategy on cases
• Assess evidence in relation to Housing disrepair matters and determine the likely prospects of success and the public interest in prosecuting matters

If you’re interested in this Locum Principal Housing Lawyer, you can apply for this role online or contact Sam Cox or Emily Bradley directly via phone or email for further information on:

[e-mail] or [e-mail]

07441916435

Job Reference: J92629

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.