Senior Housing Lawyer

Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector; United Kingdom; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A reputable local authority in the southwest of the UK is seeking a Senior Housing Lawyer for a 3-month contract, likely to be extended. This role includes advising on Housing and Homelessness law, managing court cases, and mentoring junior staff, with options for remote working.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge in Housing and Homelessness law required.
• Experience in County and Magistrates Court procedures.
• Management experience with junior team members is essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise on Housing Service legal matters.
• Conduct and manage housing-related court cases.
• Supervise and mentor junior lawyers.

Skills

Housing Law

Homelessness Law

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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