Senior Housing & Disrepair Lawyer

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Housing & Disrepair Lawyer to join their dynamic team in London. This interim role offers the chance to tackle complex housing litigation, including disrepair claims and landlord-tenant disputes. With a flexible approach, you will work collaboratively within the Housing & Disrepair Team, providing guidance and support to junior lawyers. This position not only promises a competitive hourly rate but also the opportunity to make a significant impact in the local authority context. If you are passionate about housing law and eager to contribute to a vital service, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free DBS Checks

Loyalty Reward Scheme

Access to Temporary and Permanent Opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives.
• Strong knowledge of housing law and litigation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Handle a personal caseload of complex housing litigation.
• Supervise junior team members and ensure efficient service delivery.

Skills

Housing Law

Litigation Procedures

Landlord and Tenant Law

Supervision Skills

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Barrister Qualification

Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives

Job description

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Senior Housing & Disrepair Lawyer, London

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Client:

Spencer Clarke Group

Location:

London, 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:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Housing & Disrepair Lawyer

London Borough Council
Rate: £45-£55 per hour - Negotiable DOE
Contract: 3-6 months initially

We are currently working with a London Borough Council who are actively seeking an experienced Housing and Disrepair Lawyer to join them on an interim basis. The successful candidate will handle more complex housing litigation work, including disrepair claims, possession proceedings, landlord and tenant disputes, and general housing law advice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake a personal caseload of complex housing litigation and advisory work.
• Work flexibly as part of the Housing & Disrepair Team and be willing to offer support and assistance to other lawyers in the wider Legal team as required.
• Deputise for the Principal Lawyer when required and supervise junior team members to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Keep abreast of current legislation and professional standards, delivering training and advising members/officers where necessary.

Key Requirements:

• Qualified as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives holding a current practising certificate.
• Strong knowledge of housing law, landlord and tenant law, and litigation procedures.
• Proven ability to supervise, advise, and guide less experienced staff.
• Experience in providing legal advice in a local authority context.

About Spencer Clarke Group

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

When you join us, you will receive:

• Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities
• Free DBS checks
• Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals

If you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Max using the contact details below:

01772 954200

We also offer a market leading referral scheme of up to £250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to email their CV to Max and remember to include your details as well.