Property Litigation Locum

Executive Network Legal Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organization in Norfolk is seeking an experienced Litigation Locum to manage and lead the Housing Litigation Department on an interim basis. The role requires strong leadership skills and expertise in housing litigation, managing a caseload while guiding junior staff. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a pivotal role within a high-profile department, involving a hybrid working arrangement with initial expectations for office attendance three days a week.

Qualifications

• Past experience in a senior litigation role.
• Proficiency in handling housing-related legal matters.
• Capability to guide and mentor junior staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the housing litigation function.
• Manage various housing litigation caseloads.
• Provide supervision to junior lawyers and paralegals.
• Ensure continuity during departmental transitions.

Skills

Senior-level litigation experience within the public sector

Strong background in housing litigation

Experience supervising and supporting junior staff

Ability to step in quickly and provide leadership

Job description

Job Title

Litigation Locum – Housing

Job Ref

215302199

Sector

Public Sector

Location

Norfolk (Hybrid)

Rate

£competitive

Duration

Initial 3-month assignment

Start Date

ASAP

Overview

A public sector organisation in Norfolk is seeking a senior Litigation Locum to lead a Housing Litigation Department on an interim basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and overseeing the housing litigation function
• Managing a caseload of housing litigation matters, including:
  • Disrepair claims
  • Complex possession proceedings
  • Providing supervision and guidance to junior lawyers and paralegals
  • Handling injunction‑related matters
• Ensuring continuity and stability within the department during the transition period

Requirements

• Senior‑level litigation experience within the public sector
• Strong background in housing litigation
• Experience supervising and supporting junior staff
• Ability to step in quickly and provide leadership
• Working Arrangements
  • Hybrid working model
  • Expectation to attend the office 3 days per week initially
  • Norfolk‑based

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housing litigation locum to take on a leadership role within a high‑profile public sector department.

How to Apply

Contact Alicia Forde on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail] quoting Job Ref: 215302199

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