Senior Housing Solicitor

Headhunter Legal & Professional Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Headhunter Legal & Professional Ltd. in London seeks an experienced Housing Litigation Solicitor to join in a senior leadership capacity. The role focuses on managing complex Housing Litigation matters and guiding departmental growth while mentoring junior staff.

This opportunity suits a Housing Supervisor, Senior Solicitor or Team Leader aiming to advance their career with a respected firm offering hybrid working and strong leadership exposure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' PQE in Housing Litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of Housing Litigation matters including homelessness, possession, disrepair and unlawful eviction.
• Supervise and mentor junior Solicitors and Caseworkers.
• Undertake court advocacy and represent clients in complex proceedings.
• Oversee Legal Aid matters and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support departmental performance, business development and team growth.

Skills

Leadership

Advocacy

Case management

Mentoring

Communication

Team leadership

Tools

SQM Housing Supervisor standards

Job description

We are working with an established London law firm seeking an experienced Housing Litigation Solicitor to join its team in a senior leadership capacity.

This opportunity is ideal for a Housing Supervisor, Senior Solicitor or Team Leader looking to progress their career while managing complex Housing Litigation matters and supporting departmental growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of Housing Litigation matters, including homelessness, possession, disrepair and unlawful eviction.
• Supervise and mentor junior Solicitors and Caseworkers.
• Undertake court advocacy and represent clients in complex proceedings.
• Oversee Legal Aid matters and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support departmental performance, business development and team growth.
• Minimum 3 years' PQE in Housing Litigation.
• Strong publicly funded Housing and Legal Aid experience.
• Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme experience within the last 2 years (essential).
• Previous supervisory or team management experience.
• Strong advocacy, communication and case management skills.
• Knowledge of SQM Housing Supervisor standards or willingness to work towards them.

What's on Offer

• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Senior leadership and career progression opportunities.
• Varied and complex Housing Litigation work.