Solicitor - Housing

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Solicitor specializing in Housing Management to join their in-house legal team. This role involves providing expert housing management advice and handling various litigation matters, including possession claims and leasehold disputes. With a strong commitment to affordable housing, the firm offers a supportive environment where you can thrive professionally. You will benefit from a flexible benefits package and generous holidays, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance. If you are a dedicated legal professional looking to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Life assurance

Generous holidays

Flexible benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in handling housing management litigation.
• Ability to manage own caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide housing management advice and handle litigation.
• Manage complex possession claims and leasehold disputes.

Skills

Valid Practising Certificate

Solicitor admitted to the roll of solicitors in England and Wales

Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience

Excellent communication skills

High commercial awareness

Strong drafting skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Solicitor qualification

Barrister qualification

Fellow of ILEX

Job description

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Hyde is looking to recruit a Solicitor (Housing Management). Internally, you will be known as a Lawyer.

Hyde is one of the UK’s leading and award-winning providers of affordable homes in London, the South-East, and surrounding areas. We provide and manage 50,000 homes for over 100,000 customers. Our ethos is simple: by providing customers with a safe and decent home, it allows them to realize their potential, enjoy their environment, and contribute to their community.

Role Overview

As a Lawyer (Housing Management) at Hyde, you will provide housing management advice and handle litigation related to housing issues.

Responsibilities

• Providing housing management advice and handling litigation in areas such as:
• ASB possession claims
• Unauthorised subletting claims and tenancy fraud possession claims
• Unauthorised occupier possession claims, including failed successors, former licensees, squatters
• Complex or defended rent arrears possession claims
• Other complex multi-ground possession claims
• Leasehold disputes and service charge recovery
• General advisory work on housing management issues, including hoarding, mental health, and social care issues
• Handling ASB injunctions and contempt applications

You will be part of an in-house team that offers support and encouragement.

Skills and Experience Required

• Valid Practising Certificate
• Solicitor admitted to the roll of solicitors in England and Wales, Barrister, or Fellow of ILEX (eligible to be called a Legal Executive)
• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in housing management cases similar to the responsibilities outlined above
• Experience managing own caseload, with adherence to billing and time recording targets
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with a strong command of English
• High commercial awareness and adaptability to changing business needs
• Ability to work under pressure, managing a high volume of cases within tight deadlines
• Strong drafting skills and legal acumen
• Flexibility to meet organizational needs and deadlines
• Collaborative approach, willing to coach and support team members

Benefits include life assurance, generous holidays, and an award-winning flexible benefits package.