Senior Housing Lawyer

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Housing Lawyer to join a local authority in the southwest. The role involves providing expert advice on Housing law and managing a team while working mostly remotely. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a strong background in legal practice who can navigate both County and Magistrates Court cases.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with experience in Housing and Homelessness law.
• Experience conducting cases in the County Court and Magistrates Court.
• Ability to manage junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Advise and assist the council's Housing Service in legal matters.
• Conduct cases in various courts including county and magistrates.
• Manage and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Housing Law

Legal Research

Team Management

Job description

Senior Housing Lawyer

3 months and likely to extend

£60-65 umbrella

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Housing Lawyer to join a well-regarded local authority in the southwest region.

The role will include:

• Advising and assisting the council's Housing Service in all aspects of Housing and Homelessness law
• Conducting cases in the County Court and the Magistrates Court and can also involve High Court case work
• Managing more junior members of the team

This position can offer mainly remote working aside from attendance at court. Some adhoc attendance in the office for team away days would be welcomed although not essential.

We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately to be considered for short listing. Alternatively, should you require further information or wish to discuss your suitability before applying please contact Kiran Purewal in our Manchester office for a confidential discussion.

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