Senior Housing Disrepair Lawyer: Lead & Develop a New Team

London Borough of Haringey; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Senior Lawyer to join their new Housing Disrepair Legal Team in London. This role involves providing expert legal counsel on routine and complex housing disrepair cases while managing your own caseload. You will supervise junior team members and contribute to the strategic direction of a pioneering venture aimed at enhancing service standards. The position offers an immediate start and a harmonious working environment focused on excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in handling housing disrepair cases.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively.
• Strong leadership and supervision skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal counsel on routine and complex housing disrepair cases.
• Manage and run your own caseload while overseeing case progression.
• Supervise junior team members and support the Deputy and Principal Lawyer.
• Contribute to strategic direction and process improvement within the team.

Skills

Expert legal counsel

Case management

Supervision of junior members

Client needs assessment

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

A local government authority is seeking a Senior Lawyer to join their new Housing Disrepair Legal Team in London. This role involves providing expert legal counsel on routine and complex housing disrepair cases while managing your own caseload. You will supervise junior team members and contribute to the strategic direction of a pioneering venture aimed at enhancing service standards. The position offers an immediate start and a harmonious working environment focused on excellence and continuous improvement.