Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Brighton

Duncan Lewis; England; Hybrid; GBP 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking law firm as a Social Housing Solicitor-Director, where your expertise in housing law will make a significant impact. With a commitment to social justice, you'll lead a dedicated team, manage diverse housing cases, and represent clients in court. This role offers exceptional progression opportunities within a supportive environment that values diversity and training. As part of a top-tier firm recognized for its commitment to excellence, you will have the chance to further your career while making a difference in the community. If you're passionate about housing law and eager to advance, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Supportive Team

Excellent Progression Opportunities

Support for Legal Awards/Recognition

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in Housing and Litigation with court representation.
• Experience as Duty Advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Board to meet performance targets.
• Manage and supervise Solicitors and Caseworkers.

Skills

Housing and Litigation

Court Representation

Management Skills

Client Care Skills

Networking and Communication

Advocacy

IT Skills

Knowledge of Welfare Rights

Education

Qualified Solicitor (PQE)

Valid Practicing Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document Management Systems

Job description

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Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum - Brighton

Job Description:

Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd):

Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognized by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK as a top-tier law firm in all key practice areas — "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients." A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel, embracing hybrid working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. Our ethos is to give people a voice.

Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis means joining a firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country, with a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are nationally recognized for our work.

We have demonstrated legal expertise and a commitment to justice, earning awards such as Law Firm of the Year (2024 Lexis Nexis Awards, 2023 Modern Law Awards), and being named among the Times 200 Best Law Firms. Our diversity and inclusion initiatives have been recognized by the Chambers Europe Award (2021), and we have received several other awards including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year (2020).

We are committed to recruiting dedicated professionals and value training and diversity, fostering an inclusive workforce. If you are passionate about our areas of law and eager to advance your career, please submit your CV and application online.

Housing Department Background:

Our Housing team, noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy," is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK for its social housing services nationwide. We assist both landlords and tenants on issues such as homelessness, disrepair, eviction, and neighborhood problems, handling both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded cases.

Our solicitors are experienced in housing disputes, representing clients at all court levels, including judicial review matters at the High Court.

Main Responsibilities of the Role

• Report directly to and collaborate with the Board to meet performance targets
• Provide technical expertise and guidance in Housing work
• Represent clients as Housing Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years
• Manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors, and Caseworkers
• Assist with training and development in the department
• Handle a variety of housing cases and undertake advocacy
• Manage emergency cases and strategic litigation
• Prepare and manage funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency
• Draft documents and process evidence
• Maintain a proactive approach, strong client care skills, and interest in Business Development and Marketing

Key Skills Required:

• 3+ years PQE with proven experience in Housing and Litigation, including court representation
• Experience as Duty Advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme in the last 2 years
• Meet or willing to work towards the 2013 SQM Supervisor standard in Housing
• Experience in welfare rights and community care issues
• Valid Practicing Certificate
• Strong management skills
• Team player with a proactive approach and excellent client care skills
• Networking and communication skills, ability to market the company
• Knowledge of publicly funded housing work and ability to handle private cases
• Advocacy experience is an advantage
• Excellent IT skills, familiar with Microsoft Office and document management systems
• Legal sector experience preferred
• Ability to manage social media activity

What we offer

• A supportive team
• Excellent progression opportunities
• Support for legal awards/recognition

The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability for the role.

Equal Opportunities:

Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and diversity. We strive to ensure our staff reflect the communities we serve. We guarantee an interview for candidates disclosing a disability who meet the essential requirements. Please mention this in your cover letter if applicable.

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.