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Solicitor (Social Housing)

Windsor, Berkshire , United Kingdom

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Negotiable

Permanent

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We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a housing association that specialises in providing accessible and adaptable homes, for a Solicitor on a Permanent basis.

This is a full-time role totalling 37hrs per week and paying £50k per annum. This role is hybrid and will require two days in the office each week based in Berkshire. Applicants will need to hold a law degree or comparable legal qualification with a minimum of 3 years relevant PQE and will be a practising solicitor.

Day to day duties will include:

 Provide expert legal advice on housing matters, including disrepair claims under the Housing Disrepair Protocol, possession claims, tenancy breaches, and anti-social behaviour cases
 Manage property disrepair cases autonomously, ensuring timely property works and minimizing costs and compensation
 Prepare and progress applications and claims through to settlement or court, including drafting correspondence, witness statements, and court applications
 Represent the organization at county court, conduct advocacy, and liaise with Counsel for complex cases
 Provide strategic advice to senior management and the Board on claims and risk management
 Handle a broad spectrum of housing matters, such as tenancy succession, rent arrears, anti-social behaviour, and service charge disputes
 Manage all aspects of legal and procedural work in these cases
 Support development and asset management teams with legal expertise in plot sales, home ownership, and building safety
 Provide legal and project support on cross-departmental cases, collaborating with external solicitors as needed
 Promote best practices and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within the organization

About you:

Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with professional registration with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)

Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of housing law, court procedures, Civil Procedure Rules, and case law

Experience: Proven ability to handle property disrepair cases and broader housing matters autonomously

Skills: Strong communication, advocacy, and project management skills

Commitment: Dedicated to professional development and maintaining SRA registration through CPD

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: January 9, 2025
Job id:. CV-308827
Position Type: Permanent
Applicants: 0
Views: 2

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