Senior Associate – Housing Disrepair

Themis Recruit; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm in Manchester seeks a Senior Associate to manage housing disrepair claims. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in social housing law and strong supervisory skills. You will work within a dynamic team to defend claims and prepare cases for trial. The firm offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working culture

Comprehensive learning and development program

Wellbeing initiatives for work-life balance

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing housing disrepair claims to trial.
• Experience in a Social Housing team, ideally representing Registered Providers or Local Authorities.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and multitask effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of litigated housing disrepair claims.
• Defend claims on behalf of social landlords.
• Draft defences, witness statements, and prepare cases for trial.

Skills

Managing housing disrepair claims

Supervisory skills

Excellent communication

Multi-tasking

Advocacy experience

Job description

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Senior Associate – Housing Disrepair, Manchester

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Client:

Themis Recruit

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Themis Recruit are pleased to share an exciting opportunity to join a leading national law firm with a solid reputation built on exceptional talent. Our client values industry expertise, passion, and a commitment to helping you achieve your full potential. We foster a flexible working culture, combining remote work with in-office collaboration. With offices across major UK cities, we provide a dynamic and supportive environment where you'll be empowered to thrive.

Our clients Asset Management Team, one of the firm's fastest-growing departments, has a strong reputation within the legal sector. Recognised in Legal 500 & Chambers directories, our client represents Registered Providers and Local Authorities, working on major national and regional frameworks. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a talented Associate/Senior Associate to help defend housing disrepair claims.

The Role:

As an Associate/Senior Associate in our Asset Management Team, you will manage your own caseload of litigated housing conditions claims, with a focus on defending social landlords. You will also supervise Junior Solicitors and Paralegals and play a key role in preparing cases for trial, drafting defences, and witness statements.

Requirements

• Manage a caseload of litigated housing disrepair claims.
  
• Defend claims on behalf of social landlords, including Registered Providers and Local Authorities.
  
• Draft defences, witness statements, and prepare cases for trial.
  
• Supervise and mentor Junior Solicitors and Paralegals within the team.
  
• Collaborate with colleagues and external partners to deliver exceptional client service.
  

Ideal Candidate:

We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications and skills:

• Proven track record of managing housing disrepair claims to trial.
  
• Experience working within a Social Housing team, ideally representing Registered Providers or Local Authorities.
  
• Strong supervisory skills and ability to manage junior team members.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adaptable to various professional contexts.
  
• Enthusiasm for the social housing sector and dedication to delivering high-quality service.
  
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and multitask effectively.
  
• Advocacy experience is advantageous, but not essential.
  
• A comprehensive learning and development program.
  
• A range of wellbeing initiatives to support a healthy work-life balance.
  
• A competitive salary and flexible benefits package.