Overview Keepmoat Homes is a fast growing top 10 UK housebuilder. We design and build quality homes and create places where people want to live. Our investment and participation helps transform communities and improves the lives of local people. We have a national presence combined with local knowledge and expertise in all aspects of housing - from finance, design and planning, to developing and building. Our comprehensive skills and capabilities give us a wider perspective across the whole housing lifecycle and we create lower risk ways of building homes people need. For more than 90 years our work has been absolutely visible to local communities so being part of the community is in our DNA. We hire local suppliers and tradespeople and work with local communities to make sure that our plans meet their needs. Main purpose of the role We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Sales Executive to be based from our Oriens Field site in Scarborough and support our thriving Yorkshire East region, who have a robust and secure plan for future developments. The Senior Sales Executive will support at developments across the region. The successful candidate will work Thursday to Monday, providing a professional service to all our customers and potential customers, with the aim of achieving sales and financial targets on allocated development and contributing to customer delight. The Senior Sales Executive will support the customer through the buying process; both in person at the sales complex and via telephone and email. They will maintain contact with our customers through updates on promotions, and keep existing customers updated on all aspect of build, sales and progression. They will also ensure the standard follow up procedures are adhered to and that all complaints and issues from customers are responded to. The successful candidate will work closely with the Sales Manager to support the Sales Managers with mentoring and developing new starters and existing employees and being a point of resource contact for them. They will also work closely with them from the start of the process to ensure targets are met, sales are closed, and deposits taken within set guidelines, working with third parties such as banks, solicitors and estate agents to progress each sale through to completion in a timely manner. The Senior Sales Executive will also be responsible for opening the show home, organising the presentation of the Sales Information Centre, Show Home and Landscaping, including signage and cleanliness. The Senior Sales Executive will deputise for the Sales Manager where appropriate as well as being responsible for the collation of weekly and weekend sales reports and providing a robust summary of the weekend activity. HS&S Responsibilities To take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work and adhere to the Keepmoat Health, Safety and Sustainability standards. Skills, knowledge & experience We are looking for someone who fits with our core values here at Keepmoat; they will be passionate about customer service and possess strong initiative, drive and enthusiasm to work with Centre of Excellence guidelines. They will have proven experience working in a similar position using their sales and negotiation skills to build relationships with customers. They will be collaborative, with excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with different types of people. They will take a straightforward approach, honest, open and friendly with our customers. They will be open minded, flexible and creative with a progressive mind set and ability to see the bigger picture. Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard in English and Maths. Valid UK driving license Formal sales/customer service specific qualifications If this sounds like you, please apply now. As the above is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, for more information including a full job description and person specification, please contact emailprotected Why work for us? At Keepmoat Homes we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. As the market leader in our industry we want to ensure that we attract, motivate and retain the best people who can deliver the best service for our customers. Competitive rates of pay - We regularly check our pay against our competitors to make sure they reflect our position as market leader. We also review our pay every year. Bonus Scheme - Our annual bonus scheme is linked to team and company performance. Special offers for staff - We run a range of offers and discounts exclusively for our employees including holidays, health club memberships and days out. Trust - We encourage you to come up with ideas and get the most out of your job with us. Development - we offer genuine development opportunities to progress your career. Our values Our values are the foundation for our vision, the cornerstone of our culture and the benchmark for our achievement. Straightforward - We get the job done in the most efficient and effective way. We are friendly, open and honest. It's about being respectful and working in a transparent and honest way. Collaborative - We work together in partnership to deliver the very best customer experience. Partnership working is key to our business. We work collaboratively to deliver the best results possible. Passionate - We care about what we do. We put pride and energy into delivering results. It's important to us to do a good job. Creative - We are proactive, flexible and resourceful. We listen, learn and deliver solutions. We don't offer a one size fits all solution; we are flexible and will tailor our services to our customers' needs. Reference:KMH/YE/2021 Hours:35 hours per week, Thursday to Monday Location:YO11 3WG, Scarborough Employer:Keepmoat Homes, Yorkshire East Job type:Full Time, Permanent Closing date:21/01/2026 Do you hold right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship? Where did you hear about this role? Your preferences To be the first to hear about new developments and releases, special offers and exclusive events, please select your marketing preferences below. We will treat your data with respect and you can unsubscribe at any time. You can read our privacy notice here. 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Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Overview Keepmoat Homes is a fast growing top 10 UK housebuilder. We design and build quality homes and create places where people want to live. Our investment and participation helps transform communities and improves the lives of local people. We have a national presence combined with local knowledge and expertise in all aspects of housing - from finance, design and planning, to developing and building. Our comprehensive skills and capabilities give us a wider perspective across the whole housing lifecycle and we create lower risk ways of building homes people need. For more than 90 years our work has been absolutely visible to local communities so being part of the community is in our DNA. We hire local suppliers and tradespeople and work with local communities to make sure that our plans meet their needs. Main purpose of the role We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Sales Executive to be based from our Oriens Field site in Scarborough and support our thriving Yorkshire East region, who have a robust and secure plan for future developments. The Senior Sales Executive will support at developments across the region. The successful candidate will work Thursday to Monday, providing a professional service to all our customers and potential customers, with the aim of achieving sales and financial targets on allocated development and contributing to customer delight. The Senior Sales Executive will support the customer through the buying process; both in person at the sales complex and via telephone and email. They will maintain contact with our customers through updates on promotions, and keep existing customers updated on all aspect of build, sales and progression. They will also ensure the standard follow up procedures are adhered to and that all complaints and issues from customers are responded to. The successful candidate will work closely with the Sales Manager to support the Sales Managers with mentoring and developing new starters and existing employees and being a point of resource contact for them. They will also work closely with them from the start of the process to ensure targets are met, sales are closed, and deposits taken within set guidelines, working with third parties such as banks, solicitors and estate agents to progress each sale through to completion in a timely manner. The Senior Sales Executive will also be responsible for opening the show home, organising the presentation of the Sales Information Centre, Show Home and Landscaping, including signage and cleanliness. The Senior Sales Executive will deputise for the Sales Manager where appropriate as well as being responsible for the collation of weekly and weekend sales reports and providing a robust summary of the weekend activity. HS&S Responsibilities To take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work and adhere to the Keepmoat Health, Safety and Sustainability standards. Skills, knowledge & experience We are looking for someone who fits with our core values here at Keepmoat; they will be passionate about customer service and possess strong initiative, drive and enthusiasm to work with Centre of Excellence guidelines. They will have proven experience working in a similar position using their sales and negotiation skills to build relationships with customers. They will be collaborative, with excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with different types of people. They will take a straightforward approach, honest, open and friendly with our customers. They will be open minded, flexible and creative with a progressive mind set and ability to see the bigger picture. Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard in English and Maths. Valid UK driving license Formal sales/customer service specific qualifications If this sounds like you, please apply now. As the above is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, for more information including a full job description and person specification, please contact emailprotected Why work for us? At Keepmoat Homes we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. As the market leader in our industry we want to ensure that we attract, motivate and retain the best people who can deliver the best service for our customers. Competitive rates of pay - We regularly check our pay against our competitors to make sure they reflect our position as market leader. We also review our pay every year. Bonus Scheme - Our annual bonus scheme is linked to team and company performance. Special offers for staff - We run a range of offers and discounts exclusively for our employees including holidays, health club memberships and days out. Trust - We encourage you to come up with ideas and get the most out of your job with us. Development - we offer genuine development opportunities to progress your career. Our values Our values are the foundation for our vision, the cornerstone of our culture and the benchmark for our achievement. Straightforward - We get the job done in the most efficient and effective way. We are friendly, open and honest. It's about being respectful and working in a transparent and honest way. Collaborative - We work together in partnership to deliver the very best customer experience. Partnership working is key to our business. We work collaboratively to deliver the best results possible. Passionate - We care about what we do. We put pride and energy into delivering results. It's important to us to do a good job. Creative - We are proactive, flexible and resourceful. We listen, learn and deliver solutions. We don't offer a one size fits all solution; we are flexible and will tailor our services to our customers' needs. Reference:KMH/YE/2021 Hours:35 hours per week, Thursday to Monday Location:YO11 3WG, Scarborough Employer:Keepmoat Homes, Yorkshire East Job type:Full Time, Permanent Closing date:21/01/2026 Do you hold right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship? Where did you hear about this role? Your preferences To be the first to hear about new developments and releases, special offers and exclusive events, please select your marketing preferences below. We will treat your data with respect and you can unsubscribe at any time. You can read our privacy notice here. Please select your marketing preferences: To be the first to hear about new developments and releases, special offers and exclusive events, please select your marketing preferences below. We will treat your data with respect and you can unsubscribe at any time. You can read our privacy notice here. Please select your marketing preferences: Email Telephone SMS The Waterfront, Lakeside Boulevard, Doncaster DN4 5PL
Litigation Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive - Nottingham We are seeking an experienced and client-focused Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join a specialist legal team handling landlord and tenant disputes alongside broader civil litigation matters . This role offers the opportunity to lead case strategy, represent clients throughout proceedings, and provide commercially sound, practical legal advice. Primary Duties Deliver strategic legal guidance on civil litigation matters, with a focus on housing and tenancy-related disputes Represent clients from initial instruction through to settlement, hearing, or final resolution Analyse case risks, advising clients on the most pragmatic and cost-effective route to success Prepare and draft high-quality legal documents including pleadings, letters, applications, bundles, and supporting evidence Conduct thorough legal research to ensure advice reflects the latest legislation and case law Progress cases proactively, resolving issues efficiently to maintain momentum Maintain strong professional communication with clients, legal opponents, and internal teams Provide regular and transparent updates on case costs, managing expectations effectively Lead and participate in client meetings and consultations Maintain accurate time recording and assist with billing and cost tracking Work towards individual financial and performance targets, managing deadlines and competing priorities Stay informed on legal developments through CPD, legal publications, and case law updates Support a collaborative team environment by sharing knowledge and contributing to continuous improvement Essential Requirements Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive Minimum of 5 years PQE Proven experience managing civil litigation matters Strong client care skills with a commercial and solutions-driven approach Excellent written and verbal communication Ability to manage a busy caseload with precision and meet multiple deadlines Familiarity with legal case management systems Competent user of Microsoft Office Desirable Experience Background in property, housing, or tenancy-related litigation Experience using Proclaim or a similar legal CMS platform Key Attributes Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail Proactive, self-motivated, and results-driven Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach to dispute resolution Confident communicator and strong negotiator Able to manage time effectively and consistently meet targets Professionally ambitious with a focus on client outcomes Benefits & Culture Private health and wellbeing support package Birthday leave day in addition to standard holiday allowance Enhanced benefits including additional leave and wellbeing initiatives Support for ongoing professional development and training Modern working environment based in Nottingham A team culture rooted in collaboration, integrity, and strong client partnerships How to Apply Please submit your CV or get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge for more info
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Litigation Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive - Nottingham We are seeking an experienced and client-focused Litigation Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join a specialist legal team handling landlord and tenant disputes alongside broader civil litigation matters . This role offers the opportunity to lead case strategy, represent clients throughout proceedings, and provide commercially sound, practical legal advice. Primary Duties Deliver strategic legal guidance on civil litigation matters, with a focus on housing and tenancy-related disputes Represent clients from initial instruction through to settlement, hearing, or final resolution Analyse case risks, advising clients on the most pragmatic and cost-effective route to success Prepare and draft high-quality legal documents including pleadings, letters, applications, bundles, and supporting evidence Conduct thorough legal research to ensure advice reflects the latest legislation and case law Progress cases proactively, resolving issues efficiently to maintain momentum Maintain strong professional communication with clients, legal opponents, and internal teams Provide regular and transparent updates on case costs, managing expectations effectively Lead and participate in client meetings and consultations Maintain accurate time recording and assist with billing and cost tracking Work towards individual financial and performance targets, managing deadlines and competing priorities Stay informed on legal developments through CPD, legal publications, and case law updates Support a collaborative team environment by sharing knowledge and contributing to continuous improvement Essential Requirements Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive Minimum of 5 years PQE Proven experience managing civil litigation matters Strong client care skills with a commercial and solutions-driven approach Excellent written and verbal communication Ability to manage a busy caseload with precision and meet multiple deadlines Familiarity with legal case management systems Competent user of Microsoft Office Desirable Experience Background in property, housing, or tenancy-related litigation Experience using Proclaim or a similar legal CMS platform Key Attributes Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail Proactive, self-motivated, and results-driven Commercially aware with a pragmatic approach to dispute resolution Confident communicator and strong negotiator Able to manage time effectively and consistently meet targets Professionally ambitious with a focus on client outcomes Benefits & Culture Private health and wellbeing support package Birthday leave day in addition to standard holiday allowance Enhanced benefits including additional leave and wellbeing initiatives Support for ongoing professional development and training Modern working environment based in Nottingham A team culture rooted in collaboration, integrity, and strong client partnerships How to Apply Please submit your CV or get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge for more info
Role: Housing Solicitor NQ - 5 years PQE Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Housing Solicitor / Supervisor for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wal click apply for full job details
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Role: Housing Solicitor NQ - 5 years PQE Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Housing Solicitor / Supervisor for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wal click apply for full job details
Role: Housing Solicitor NQ - 5 years PQE Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Housing Solicitor / Supervisor for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wal click apply for full job details
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Role: Housing Solicitor NQ - 5 years PQE Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Housing Solicitor / Supervisor for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wal click apply for full job details
Housing Officer required! Salary: 15.06 per hour Location: Exeter, EX1 Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Till End Feb 2026 PURPOSE OF JOB To provide comprehensive housing advice and assistance, face to face, by telephone and by email regarding a wide range of housing issues having an in-depth knowledge of relevant housing and homeless legislation including Case Law, to ensure that the Council's statutory duties are carried out under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2018 MAIN DUTIES AND ACTIVITIES 1. To be the first point of contact (face to face, by telephone or by email) for customers who are homeless or threatened with homelessness and to carry out an initial assessment and investigation. 2. Liaising with a variety of outside partner agencies, such as rough sleepers outreach services, and hostel providers to look for creative housing solutions for clients with a variety of complex needs 3. To hold a caseload of clients, deciding Homelessness Reduction Act duties and making pro-active interventions to provide wide-ranging person centred housing advice and advocacy on housing rights, income maximisation, financial management, relevant support services and to inform, support and signpost customers to specialist advice agencies when appropriate. 4. To pro-actively take actions to prevent homelessness either short term or long term using all means available. This also includes immediate interventions to prevent homelessness including where possible and reasonable helping customers to retain or re-access their current accommodation by; liaising with families and friends, landlords, supported housing, solicitors, courts, social services and other agencies. 5. To be responsible for safeguarding vulnerable clients that present, often in a chaotic manner, by obtaining relevant information from, to a range of services such as the police, Domestic Abuse Services, Children's Services or Adult Social Care and making safeguarding referrals when necessary. Prior experience as a housing homelessness officer would be desirable. Apply today! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Jan 09, 2026
Seasonal
Housing Officer required! Salary: 15.06 per hour Location: Exeter, EX1 Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Till End Feb 2026 PURPOSE OF JOB To provide comprehensive housing advice and assistance, face to face, by telephone and by email regarding a wide range of housing issues having an in-depth knowledge of relevant housing and homeless legislation including Case Law, to ensure that the Council's statutory duties are carried out under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2018 MAIN DUTIES AND ACTIVITIES 1. To be the first point of contact (face to face, by telephone or by email) for customers who are homeless or threatened with homelessness and to carry out an initial assessment and investigation. 2. Liaising with a variety of outside partner agencies, such as rough sleepers outreach services, and hostel providers to look for creative housing solutions for clients with a variety of complex needs 3. To hold a caseload of clients, deciding Homelessness Reduction Act duties and making pro-active interventions to provide wide-ranging person centred housing advice and advocacy on housing rights, income maximisation, financial management, relevant support services and to inform, support and signpost customers to specialist advice agencies when appropriate. 4. To pro-actively take actions to prevent homelessness either short term or long term using all means available. This also includes immediate interventions to prevent homelessness including where possible and reasonable helping customers to retain or re-access their current accommodation by; liaising with families and friends, landlords, supported housing, solicitors, courts, social services and other agencies. 5. To be responsible for safeguarding vulnerable clients that present, often in a chaotic manner, by obtaining relevant information from, to a range of services such as the police, Domestic Abuse Services, Children's Services or Adult Social Care and making safeguarding referrals when necessary. Prior experience as a housing homelessness officer would be desirable. Apply today! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Role: Housing Solicitor Director - City of London Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Housing Solicitor Director for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and click apply for full job details
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Role: Housing Solicitor Director - City of London Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Housing Solicitor Director for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and click apply for full job details
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims click apply for full job details
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims click apply for full job details
Housing Supervisor Solicitor - Hybrid Or Remote Working. The firm offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated and compassionate team in a supportive work environment that is committed to professional growth. About The Firm: My client is a specialist firm of solicitors with offices across multiple locations, providing high-quality legal services to a diverse range of clients. The firm is committed to social justice and ensuring access to legal representation for vulnerable individuals facing housing law issues. Housing Solicitor Overview: My client is seeking a Housing Supervisor Solicitor who meets the Legal Aid Agency Supervisor Standard for housing law. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in advising on housing law matters and understand the needs of vulnerable client groups. This role involves working with the Housing team, including paralegals and administrative staff, while also ensuring compliance with professional body requirements. Key Responsibilities of the Housing Solicitor: Advice, Casework & Representation / Core Activities Work with the Housing team to support day-to-day managerial responsibilities, ensuring compliance with all professional body requirements. Provide advice, casework, representation, and advocacy services on housing law matters, including homelessness, disrepair, eviction, and possession. Undertake own advocacy where necessary. Assist in managing the legal aid contract, billing files, completing legal aid applications, and ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency and SQM requirements. Supervise and mentor paralegals, providing support in interviewing, advising, client care, legal research, drafting, and advocacy. Build and maintain links with local community groups, advice networks, and legal professionals. Requirements of the Housing Solicitor: Essential: Qualified Solicitor with a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying. Meets the Legal Aid Agency Supervisor Standard for housing law. Strong management skills with previous experience in supervising staff and working to key performance indicators. Passionate and enthusiastic about legal aid work, with a proven track record in housing law. Ability to balance the needs of vulnerable clients while supporting paralegals with casework. Excellent analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to use initiative and sound judgment. Strong client care skills, particularly in working with vulnerable clients in sensitive and complex housing matters. Proficient IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and document management systems. Desirable: Holds Supervisor Status. Experience in own advocacy is an advantage. Benefits: Competitive salary (dependent on experience). Excellent training and support opportunities. Flexible working practices. Collaborative team environment with a commitment to social justice. If you're a Housing Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 36936. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Housing Supervisor Solicitor - Hybrid Or Remote Working. The firm offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated and compassionate team in a supportive work environment that is committed to professional growth. About The Firm: My client is a specialist firm of solicitors with offices across multiple locations, providing high-quality legal services to a diverse range of clients. The firm is committed to social justice and ensuring access to legal representation for vulnerable individuals facing housing law issues. Housing Solicitor Overview: My client is seeking a Housing Supervisor Solicitor who meets the Legal Aid Agency Supervisor Standard for housing law. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in advising on housing law matters and understand the needs of vulnerable client groups. This role involves working with the Housing team, including paralegals and administrative staff, while also ensuring compliance with professional body requirements. Key Responsibilities of the Housing Solicitor: Advice, Casework & Representation / Core Activities Work with the Housing team to support day-to-day managerial responsibilities, ensuring compliance with all professional body requirements. Provide advice, casework, representation, and advocacy services on housing law matters, including homelessness, disrepair, eviction, and possession. Undertake own advocacy where necessary. Assist in managing the legal aid contract, billing files, completing legal aid applications, and ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency and SQM requirements. Supervise and mentor paralegals, providing support in interviewing, advising, client care, legal research, drafting, and advocacy. Build and maintain links with local community groups, advice networks, and legal professionals. Requirements of the Housing Solicitor: Essential: Qualified Solicitor with a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying. Meets the Legal Aid Agency Supervisor Standard for housing law. Strong management skills with previous experience in supervising staff and working to key performance indicators. Passionate and enthusiastic about legal aid work, with a proven track record in housing law. Ability to balance the needs of vulnerable clients while supporting paralegals with casework. Excellent analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to use initiative and sound judgment. Strong client care skills, particularly in working with vulnerable clients in sensitive and complex housing matters. Proficient IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and document management systems. Desirable: Holds Supervisor Status. Experience in own advocacy is an advantage. Benefits: Competitive salary (dependent on experience). Excellent training and support opportunities. Flexible working practices. Collaborative team environment with a commitment to social justice. If you're a Housing Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 36936. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
Our client based in the heart of the City, recognised within the Legal 500 are seeking to add a Property Litigation Associate Solicitor of 5 years+ PQE to their team. Requirements for this Property Litigation Associate Solicitor vacancy: Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with 5 years + PQE to manage their own caseload to include: Housing litigation Injunctions Possession claims Disrepair matters Non-contentious matters Responsibilities for this Property Litigation Associate Solicitor vacancy: Be responsible for the day to day running of a caseload Be able to support the partners on more large and complex matters Supervise more junior members of the team including paralegals Get involved in marketing and business development in a client focused manner Be able to interact directly with clients, manage their expectations, and meet their deadlines Person Specification for this Property Litigation Associate Solicitor vacancy: Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with 5 years+ PQE IT literate to include Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet applications Ability to demonstrate commercial awareness and pro-activity Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and the ability to convey clear and concise information Benefits for this Property Litigation Associate Solicitor vacancy: Competitive salary plus a very generous bonus scheme Hybrid working Private healthcare 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Season ticket loan Life Assurance Pension scheme If you're a Property Litigation Associate Solicitor with a minimum of 5 years PQE, ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively contact Victoria Kemp at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37586 IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19 url removed)/ uksi/2003/3319/regulation/19/made)
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Our client based in the heart of the City, recognised within the Legal 500 are seeking to add a Property Litigation Associate Solicitor of 5 years+ PQE to their team. Requirements for this Property Litigation Associate Solicitor vacancy: Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with 5 years + PQE to manage their own caseload to include: Housing litigation Injunctions Possession claims Disrepair matters Non-contentious matters Responsibilities for this Property Litigation Associate Solicitor vacancy: Be responsible for the day to day running of a caseload Be able to support the partners on more large and complex matters Supervise more junior members of the team including paralegals Get involved in marketing and business development in a client focused manner Be able to interact directly with clients, manage their expectations, and meet their deadlines Person Specification for this Property Litigation Associate Solicitor vacancy: Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with 5 years+ PQE IT literate to include Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet applications Ability to demonstrate commercial awareness and pro-activity Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and the ability to convey clear and concise information Benefits for this Property Litigation Associate Solicitor vacancy: Competitive salary plus a very generous bonus scheme Hybrid working Private healthcare 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Season ticket loan Life Assurance Pension scheme If you're a Property Litigation Associate Solicitor with a minimum of 5 years PQE, ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively contact Victoria Kemp at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37586 IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19 url removed)/ uksi/2003/3319/regulation/19/made)
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. The Role: We are currently looking for an additional Paralegal to join our Housing Disrepair team. Ideally the successful candidate will have a minimum of 12 months housing disrepair experience. Tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are key attributes in helping to get the best results for our clients. The role requires management of your own caseload of pre-and-and post-issue Housing Disrepair claims. We offer a generous commission structure. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion. Responsibilities : Managing a caseload of Housing Disrepair claims from cradle to grave Conducting thorough legal research and providing sound legal advice to clients Preparing and drafting legal documents, including pleadings and witness statements Negotiating settlements and representing clients in court when necessary Working in a target driven, fast paced environment Collaborating with colleagues to ensure the successful outcome of cases. Keeping up to date with changes in relevant laws and regulations Person Specification: Proven track record of handling a caseload of housing disrepair claims Genuine tenacity. Knowledge of the civil procedure rules, precedent, trends in litigation, and an ability and willingness to utilise the same to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. Excellent client care ability, with a passion for achieving the best possible outcome for our clients. Previous exposure of Proclaim case management system advantageous. Salary & Hours: A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Newly Qualified Solicitor, Law Graduate, Junior Solicitor, Lawyer, Solicitor, Housing Disrepair Lawyer, Housing Disrepair Caseworker, Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Paralegal, Legal Executive mayl also be considered for this role.
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Housing Disrepair Paralegal Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Job type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. The Role: We are currently looking for an additional Paralegal to join our Housing Disrepair team. Ideally the successful candidate will have a minimum of 12 months housing disrepair experience. Tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are key attributes in helping to get the best results for our clients. The role requires management of your own caseload of pre-and-and post-issue Housing Disrepair claims. We offer a generous commission structure. With no hurdles, and no caps, you are rewarded for the success of every case you bring to completion. Responsibilities : Managing a caseload of Housing Disrepair claims from cradle to grave Conducting thorough legal research and providing sound legal advice to clients Preparing and drafting legal documents, including pleadings and witness statements Negotiating settlements and representing clients in court when necessary Working in a target driven, fast paced environment Collaborating with colleagues to ensure the successful outcome of cases. Keeping up to date with changes in relevant laws and regulations Person Specification: Proven track record of handling a caseload of housing disrepair claims Genuine tenacity. Knowledge of the civil procedure rules, precedent, trends in litigation, and an ability and willingness to utilise the same to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. Excellent client care ability, with a passion for achieving the best possible outcome for our clients. Previous exposure of Proclaim case management system advantageous. Salary & Hours: A basic salary of up to £30,000, dependent on experience. Along with a very generous commission scheme, paid monthly in arrears. Our standard working hours are 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30am to 5pm Friday. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 3/2 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Recruitment Process: Interviews will be conducted by MS Teams and will include scenario-based questioning. Our employees are our most important asset, we rate skill and ability above all else and our recruitment policy encourages applications from all. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Newly Qualified Solicitor, Law Graduate, Junior Solicitor, Lawyer, Solicitor, Housing Disrepair Lawyer, Housing Disrepair Caseworker, Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, Legal Executive, Paralegal, Legal Executive mayl also be considered for this role.
We have an exciting role working for a leading law firm based in Nottingham. This is a great opportunity for someone working in Real Estate who wants to move into a law firm. Training will be provided, and progression is available and encouraged. Monday-Friday. £24-27k depending on experience The Role: Setting up extranets datarooms for affordable housing disposals Dealing with emails and phone calls from solicitors, clients, third parties and other team members Assisting with the preparation and issuing of documentation (contracts, transfers, deeds of covenant both etc paper and electronic/ DocuSign) under the supervision of a senior member of the team Dealing with completion of plots and phases for affordable housing disposals, including preparing completion statements, obtaining client signatures, and organising payments Completion and post-completion of acquisition transactions, including priority searches, Land Registry applications and SDLT filing Making sure all team files are in good order In addition to the above, there will be opportunities to work on wider matters across the team dependent on the candidates experience and aspirations. The Candidate: Previous experience working as a legal administrator, legal assistant, paralegal, property executive or in similar roles is advantageous however not essential, as training will be provided Previous experience within real estate/ property law is advantageous however not essential Experience of setting up and maintaining administrative and filing procedures A solid foundation of office experience and a proactive approach to your work Strong IT skills INDL
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting role working for a leading law firm based in Nottingham. This is a great opportunity for someone working in Real Estate who wants to move into a law firm. Training will be provided, and progression is available and encouraged. Monday-Friday. £24-27k depending on experience The Role: Setting up extranets datarooms for affordable housing disposals Dealing with emails and phone calls from solicitors, clients, third parties and other team members Assisting with the preparation and issuing of documentation (contracts, transfers, deeds of covenant both etc paper and electronic/ DocuSign) under the supervision of a senior member of the team Dealing with completion of plots and phases for affordable housing disposals, including preparing completion statements, obtaining client signatures, and organising payments Completion and post-completion of acquisition transactions, including priority searches, Land Registry applications and SDLT filing Making sure all team files are in good order In addition to the above, there will be opportunities to work on wider matters across the team dependent on the candidates experience and aspirations. The Candidate: Previous experience working as a legal administrator, legal assistant, paralegal, property executive or in similar roles is advantageous however not essential, as training will be provided Previous experience within real estate/ property law is advantageous however not essential Experience of setting up and maintaining administrative and filing procedures A solid foundation of office experience and a proactive approach to your work Strong IT skills INDL
This is an exciting opportunity to steer Asylum Aid at an important time in its 30-year existence. As Executive Director you will be responsible for delivering on our strategy for impact. You will oversee our work to increase access to expert, trauma-informed legal representation to those in the asylum, trafficking and statelessness systems and lead our policy and strategic legal work to achieve systemic change that contributes towards our vision. You will line manage the Director of Legal Casework to oversee the provision of supportive and enabling leadership to Asylum Aid caseworkers so that they can continue to deliver high quality expert advice in complex cases, while being supported in their professional development and wellbeing. You will also manage and develop the work of our welfare advice team within the Westminster Advice Services Partnership and beyond, and work collaboratively with colleagues in the sector to build capacity and increase our impact. The ideal candidate, who may be legally qualified, will have experience of leadership in the charity/NGO sector and a sound understanding of the asylum, human rights and trafficking processes in the UK and the legal frameworks which govern the protection of refugees, survivors of trafficking and stateless people, and of the role of law in achieving system change. We are looking for someone who is strategically minded and passionate about providing supportive and inclusive leadership to our expert team. You will be committed to our objectives and to the role which expert legal representation plays in enabling people in need of protection in the UK to obtain it. As is the nature of this sector, the role may be exposed to a high volume of traumatic and distressing material and, whilst they will be supported by the Helen Bamber Foundation Group CEO and surrounding team, the candidate should also be able to demonstrate knowledge of good self-care principles in an intense work environment and dissemination of those principles to junior members of the team. Key Duties and Responsibilities Leadership and strategy: Be responsible, with the support of the Helen Bamber Foundation Group CEO, for the development, implementation and monitoring of Asylum Aid's organisational strategy Provide leadership and strategic direction at Asylum Aid in accordance with its aims and objectives, with the support of the Director of Legal Casework Act as external spokesperson for Asylum Aid, maintaining and strengthening Asylum Aid's position as a leader in the refugee rights, statelessness and legal aid sectors; Work collaboratively with others in the sector to promote and strengthen Asylum Aid's work, identify and establish potential partnerships, with the support of the Director of Legal Casework; Work collaboratively with the Helen Bamber Foundation Group CEO and Executive Leadership team to drive the implementation of the Group strategic framework; Ensure that all reporting and monitoring requirements are met to support fundraising, contract compliance and monitoring strategic impact; Support the cross collaboration of the Asylum Aid team with the Helen Bamber Foundation team and play an active part in the management of the Helen Bamber Foundation Group. Governance: Act as the Data Protection Supervisor with responsibility for data protection and cyber security within Asylum Aid Together with the Helen Bamber Foundation Group CEO and designated safeguarding leads, be responsible for child and adult safeguarding within Asylum Aid In collaboration with the Director of Legal Casework, ensure compliance by Asylum Aid with all legal and regulatory obligations, including the Legal Aid Agency contract, the Immigration Advice Authority and Solicitors Regulation Authority; Lead on the preparation and presentation of quarterly reports on Asylum Aid's activities, strategy and risks to the Asylum Aid Board, the Finance and Fundraising Committee and the People and Governance Committee; Lead on the preparation of the Trustees' annual report and ensure that monitoring and evaluation systems are adequate to enable reporting on Asylum Aid's activities and impact. Management and Supervision: Responsible for line management of the Director of Legal Casework and Welfare Advice service coordinator, and other team supervisors as required; Together with the Group Director of People, responsible for Human Resources and implementation of the People Strategy within Asylum Aid, including development and implementation of HR policies and procedures; Together with the Director of Legal Casework and team supervisors, drive the effective management and supervision of the Asylum Aid team and ensure that they comply with relevant professional standards and accreditation; Foster a supportive and inclusive team culture at Asylum Aid in which each member feels valued and supported to develop professionally and to perform to the best of their ability; Ensure the team's well-being and that self-care practices are established and work in tandem with the Director of Legal Casework and supervisors to ensure trauma-informed ways of working. Policy & Strategic Legal Work: Together with the Group Director of Policy, identify policy priorities and coordinate the preparation of evidence and briefings drawing on Asylum Aid's experience and expertise to influence system change; Build and maintain relationships and partnerships with sector colleagues to support joint strategic engagement including policy advocacy and strategic legal work; Work closely with the Director of Legal Casework and team supervisors to drive changes in the UK asylum, trafficking and statelessness systems through strategic legal work. Finance & Fundraising: Work closely with the CEO and the Helen Bamber Foundation Group Finance Team to set and manage budget(s) and general financial matters for Asylum Aid Together with the Director of Legal Casework and the Group Finance Team, establish systems for monitoring legal aid Work In Progress and billing, and securing casework income including legal aid, and inter partes income from judicial review cases; Work closely with the Helen Bamber Foundation Group Fundraising and Communications Team to secure funding for Asylum Aid from a range of sources including trusts and foundations, corporate philanthropy and major donors; Ensure that Legal Aid and other income is maximised, and targets are achieved. Other duties: Manage the recruitment and supervision of volunteers where necessary in collaboration with the Helen Bamber Foundation Group Volunteers Coordinator; Support the Helen Bamber Foundation Group Facilities team to ensure the smooth running of the office and that the facilities meet the needs of Asylum Aid; Work outside normal office hours as required and travel in order to carry out the responsibilities of the post. To undertake any task that may be requested from time to time that may be consistent with the nature and scope of this post. EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Our commitment to principles of equity, diversity and inclusion is an integral part of our approach to our clients, our volunteers and our staff, and we are an equal opportunities and Living Wage employer. We are committed to attracting and recruiting diverse candidates because we are keen to make sure that our staff, trustees, volunteers and ambassadors reflect the communities we serve and the wider community we work in. We genuinely welcome and encourage applications from candidates from a range of backgrounds, especially people of colour, people with disabilities, people from low socio-economic backgrounds, refugees, stateless people and others with lived experience of forced migration or trauma and of the housing and welfare system, who are under-represented in our organisation. We recognise and value the role of lived experience in meeting the needs of our clients and acknowledge the under-representation of people with lived experience of forced migration and statelessness in the advice sector. We value experience gained overseas as well as in the UK. We are also proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network which aims to increase representation of people with lived experience in the charitable sector. If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experience of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for an independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network and access other information and resources at which may help in preparing your job application. Please complete the form on their website to request support and they will confirm if they can match you with a mentor to support your application. How to apply The first stage is to complete on our online application form on our website by 10am on 26 January 2026. The website form will ask you to: Upload a short covering letter. Please tell us why the position appeals to you, and how your relevant skills and experience, including any voluntary experience and lived experience, matches the listed responsibilities and person specification. Please also state in your covering letter when you would be available to start the role. Upload your current CV . click apply for full job details
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity to steer Asylum Aid at an important time in its 30-year existence. As Executive Director you will be responsible for delivering on our strategy for impact. You will oversee our work to increase access to expert, trauma-informed legal representation to those in the asylum, trafficking and statelessness systems and lead our policy and strategic legal work to achieve systemic change that contributes towards our vision. You will line manage the Director of Legal Casework to oversee the provision of supportive and enabling leadership to Asylum Aid caseworkers so that they can continue to deliver high quality expert advice in complex cases, while being supported in their professional development and wellbeing. You will also manage and develop the work of our welfare advice team within the Westminster Advice Services Partnership and beyond, and work collaboratively with colleagues in the sector to build capacity and increase our impact. The ideal candidate, who may be legally qualified, will have experience of leadership in the charity/NGO sector and a sound understanding of the asylum, human rights and trafficking processes in the UK and the legal frameworks which govern the protection of refugees, survivors of trafficking and stateless people, and of the role of law in achieving system change. We are looking for someone who is strategically minded and passionate about providing supportive and inclusive leadership to our expert team. You will be committed to our objectives and to the role which expert legal representation plays in enabling people in need of protection in the UK to obtain it. As is the nature of this sector, the role may be exposed to a high volume of traumatic and distressing material and, whilst they will be supported by the Helen Bamber Foundation Group CEO and surrounding team, the candidate should also be able to demonstrate knowledge of good self-care principles in an intense work environment and dissemination of those principles to junior members of the team. Key Duties and Responsibilities Leadership and strategy: Be responsible, with the support of the Helen Bamber Foundation Group CEO, for the development, implementation and monitoring of Asylum Aid's organisational strategy Provide leadership and strategic direction at Asylum Aid in accordance with its aims and objectives, with the support of the Director of Legal Casework Act as external spokesperson for Asylum Aid, maintaining and strengthening Asylum Aid's position as a leader in the refugee rights, statelessness and legal aid sectors; Work collaboratively with others in the sector to promote and strengthen Asylum Aid's work, identify and establish potential partnerships, with the support of the Director of Legal Casework; Work collaboratively with the Helen Bamber Foundation Group CEO and Executive Leadership team to drive the implementation of the Group strategic framework; Ensure that all reporting and monitoring requirements are met to support fundraising, contract compliance and monitoring strategic impact; Support the cross collaboration of the Asylum Aid team with the Helen Bamber Foundation team and play an active part in the management of the Helen Bamber Foundation Group. Governance: Act as the Data Protection Supervisor with responsibility for data protection and cyber security within Asylum Aid Together with the Helen Bamber Foundation Group CEO and designated safeguarding leads, be responsible for child and adult safeguarding within Asylum Aid In collaboration with the Director of Legal Casework, ensure compliance by Asylum Aid with all legal and regulatory obligations, including the Legal Aid Agency contract, the Immigration Advice Authority and Solicitors Regulation Authority; Lead on the preparation and presentation of quarterly reports on Asylum Aid's activities, strategy and risks to the Asylum Aid Board, the Finance and Fundraising Committee and the People and Governance Committee; Lead on the preparation of the Trustees' annual report and ensure that monitoring and evaluation systems are adequate to enable reporting on Asylum Aid's activities and impact. Management and Supervision: Responsible for line management of the Director of Legal Casework and Welfare Advice service coordinator, and other team supervisors as required; Together with the Group Director of People, responsible for Human Resources and implementation of the People Strategy within Asylum Aid, including development and implementation of HR policies and procedures; Together with the Director of Legal Casework and team supervisors, drive the effective management and supervision of the Asylum Aid team and ensure that they comply with relevant professional standards and accreditation; Foster a supportive and inclusive team culture at Asylum Aid in which each member feels valued and supported to develop professionally and to perform to the best of their ability; Ensure the team's well-being and that self-care practices are established and work in tandem with the Director of Legal Casework and supervisors to ensure trauma-informed ways of working. Policy & Strategic Legal Work: Together with the Group Director of Policy, identify policy priorities and coordinate the preparation of evidence and briefings drawing on Asylum Aid's experience and expertise to influence system change; Build and maintain relationships and partnerships with sector colleagues to support joint strategic engagement including policy advocacy and strategic legal work; Work closely with the Director of Legal Casework and team supervisors to drive changes in the UK asylum, trafficking and statelessness systems through strategic legal work. Finance & Fundraising: Work closely with the CEO and the Helen Bamber Foundation Group Finance Team to set and manage budget(s) and general financial matters for Asylum Aid Together with the Director of Legal Casework and the Group Finance Team, establish systems for monitoring legal aid Work In Progress and billing, and securing casework income including legal aid, and inter partes income from judicial review cases; Work closely with the Helen Bamber Foundation Group Fundraising and Communications Team to secure funding for Asylum Aid from a range of sources including trusts and foundations, corporate philanthropy and major donors; Ensure that Legal Aid and other income is maximised, and targets are achieved. Other duties: Manage the recruitment and supervision of volunteers where necessary in collaboration with the Helen Bamber Foundation Group Volunteers Coordinator; Support the Helen Bamber Foundation Group Facilities team to ensure the smooth running of the office and that the facilities meet the needs of Asylum Aid; Work outside normal office hours as required and travel in order to carry out the responsibilities of the post. To undertake any task that may be requested from time to time that may be consistent with the nature and scope of this post. EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Our commitment to principles of equity, diversity and inclusion is an integral part of our approach to our clients, our volunteers and our staff, and we are an equal opportunities and Living Wage employer. We are committed to attracting and recruiting diverse candidates because we are keen to make sure that our staff, trustees, volunteers and ambassadors reflect the communities we serve and the wider community we work in. We genuinely welcome and encourage applications from candidates from a range of backgrounds, especially people of colour, people with disabilities, people from low socio-economic backgrounds, refugees, stateless people and others with lived experience of forced migration or trauma and of the housing and welfare system, who are under-represented in our organisation. We recognise and value the role of lived experience in meeting the needs of our clients and acknowledge the under-representation of people with lived experience of forced migration and statelessness in the advice sector. We value experience gained overseas as well as in the UK. We are also proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network which aims to increase representation of people with lived experience in the charitable sector. If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experience of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for an independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network and access other information and resources at which may help in preparing your job application. Please complete the form on their website to request support and they will confirm if they can match you with a mentor to support your application. How to apply The first stage is to complete on our online application form on our website by 10am on 26 January 2026. The website form will ask you to: Upload a short covering letter. Please tell us why the position appeals to you, and how your relevant skills and experience, including any voluntary experience and lived experience, matches the listed responsibilities and person specification. Please also state in your covering letter when you would be available to start the role. Upload your current CV . click apply for full job details
Salary: £31,600 per annum pro rata Location: Merseyside - currently based in Anfield with plans to move to Liverpool City Centre in 2026. Contract: Permanent Full time - 37.5 hours per week Closing date: Tuesday 20th January 2026 at 11.30 pm. Please note this role is being advertised as a Paralegal but on appointment the job title will be Legal Adviser. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with legal experience to join Shelter as a Paralegal/Legal Adviser and help us deliver an effective local service for people experiencing housing issues in Merseyside. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in standing up to the housing emergency. About the Role You will help our solicitors to maintain an active caseload, enabling our clients to enforce their housing rights. Your role will be varied and will include taking instructions and witness statements, drafting letters, making applications, providing court representation and making sure time recording and income targets are met. About you You will need a good understanding of litigation work, be able to carry out legal research and provide a good standard of professional service and client care. You will have excellent communication skills, both in writing/drafting and face-to-face along with proficiency using case management systems and time recording, as well as the ability to manage your time and workload. If you have housing law experience and Legal Aid/ CCMS this would be an advantage. You enjoy collaborating as part of a team, respond quickly and positively to change and are not afraid to challenge the status quo and introduce new ideas when appropriate. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. About the Team Our Legal team is based around England and is made up of over 100 people, delivering housing advice and litigation services for our clients. Working closely with other teams in Shelter Services, we take referrals from them including certified litigation work, controlled work and Housing Possession Court Duty Schemes. Shelter Merseyside Hub has been providing housing advice and support services to local people for over 20 years, helping those facing bad housing and homelessness. We work in partnership with a range of organisations to improve the underlying systems that prevent people from living securely in suitable, safe, affordable accommodation. You will be working alongside the Housing Rights Workers, Management and Administration teams, Community Organising and Lived Experience Teams to bring about systemic change locally. About Shelter Home is a human right. It's our foundation and where we thrive. Yet every day millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency. We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything, We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist. How to apply Please click 'Apply for Job' below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement should include responses to the 'About You' points outlined in the Job Description of no more than 350 words each. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviour below throughout your responses: We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset. Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered. Safeguarding Statement Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
Salary: £31,600 per annum pro rata Location: Merseyside - currently based in Anfield with plans to move to Liverpool City Centre in 2026. Contract: Permanent Full time - 37.5 hours per week Closing date: Tuesday 20th January 2026 at 11.30 pm. Please note this role is being advertised as a Paralegal but on appointment the job title will be Legal Adviser. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with legal experience to join Shelter as a Paralegal/Legal Adviser and help us deliver an effective local service for people experiencing housing issues in Merseyside. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in standing up to the housing emergency. About the Role You will help our solicitors to maintain an active caseload, enabling our clients to enforce their housing rights. Your role will be varied and will include taking instructions and witness statements, drafting letters, making applications, providing court representation and making sure time recording and income targets are met. About you You will need a good understanding of litigation work, be able to carry out legal research and provide a good standard of professional service and client care. You will have excellent communication skills, both in writing/drafting and face-to-face along with proficiency using case management systems and time recording, as well as the ability to manage your time and workload. If you have housing law experience and Legal Aid/ CCMS this would be an advantage. You enjoy collaborating as part of a team, respond quickly and positively to change and are not afraid to challenge the status quo and introduce new ideas when appropriate. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. About the Team Our Legal team is based around England and is made up of over 100 people, delivering housing advice and litigation services for our clients. Working closely with other teams in Shelter Services, we take referrals from them including certified litigation work, controlled work and Housing Possession Court Duty Schemes. Shelter Merseyside Hub has been providing housing advice and support services to local people for over 20 years, helping those facing bad housing and homelessness. We work in partnership with a range of organisations to improve the underlying systems that prevent people from living securely in suitable, safe, affordable accommodation. You will be working alongside the Housing Rights Workers, Management and Administration teams, Community Organising and Lived Experience Teams to bring about systemic change locally. About Shelter Home is a human right. It's our foundation and where we thrive. Yet every day millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency. We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything, We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist. How to apply Please click 'Apply for Job' below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement should include responses to the 'About You' points outlined in the Job Description of no more than 350 words each. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviour below throughout your responses: We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset. Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered. Safeguarding Statement Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Development Lawyer Location: Flexible across multiple offices in Lincolnshire and the Midlands Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Overview A leading regional law firm with a strong property and development practice is seeking a confident, proactive, and ambitious Property Lawyer to join its Development Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with national house builder and developer clients, supporting the firms specialist New Build Team. The Role The successful candidate will handle a broad range of Development matters, including: Title investigation and due diligence work, including complex site set-ups Drafting and negotiating conditional contracts, option agreements, promotion agreements, and overage agreements Supporting the New Build Team with management schemes and plot sales documentation for new build properties Disposals of land, affordable housing, and freehold reservations Acting for landowners in disposals Drafting and reviewing legal documents associated with development processes, including easements, infrastructure agreements, planning agreements, and licences The role also requires contributing to business development initiatives in line with the firms Marketing Policy to enhance the profile of the property team. Key Responsibilities Provide ongoing service to existing clients Work with Partners and Fee Earners to develop new business opportunities Maximise cross-referrals across offices and practice areas Produce fee income in line with targets and objectives Stay informed of changes in law and practice in property and development Maintain up-to-date legal skills Financial control of own caseload, including billing and cash flow management Maintain accurate records of time spent on client and internal work Perform fee-earning work accurately and reliably, following the firms quality and risk procedures Person Specification Essential Qualified lawyer or equivalent legal experience Passion for Commercial Property, with a focus on Residential Development Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and high computer literacy Understanding of Solicitors Account Rules and Money Laundering Regulations Knowledge of case management systems Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to provide practical, commercial advice Confident working independently and managing workloads Strong planning and organisational skills Marketing and business development experience Ability to create and maintain strong client relationships High level of integrity and professionalism Desirable Knowledge of the house building sector or prior experience in commercial property or development law Previous experience with Visual Files and SOS Connect Attributes Positive, flexible, and professional approach Hardworking and proactive attitude Sense of humour Ability to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines Benefits Generous holiday entitlement Staff discount on legal fees Income protection Life assurance (3x salary) Salary exchange pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
Development Lawyer Location: Flexible across multiple offices in Lincolnshire and the Midlands Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Overview A leading regional law firm with a strong property and development practice is seeking a confident, proactive, and ambitious Property Lawyer to join its Development Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with national house builder and developer clients, supporting the firms specialist New Build Team. The Role The successful candidate will handle a broad range of Development matters, including: Title investigation and due diligence work, including complex site set-ups Drafting and negotiating conditional contracts, option agreements, promotion agreements, and overage agreements Supporting the New Build Team with management schemes and plot sales documentation for new build properties Disposals of land, affordable housing, and freehold reservations Acting for landowners in disposals Drafting and reviewing legal documents associated with development processes, including easements, infrastructure agreements, planning agreements, and licences The role also requires contributing to business development initiatives in line with the firms Marketing Policy to enhance the profile of the property team. Key Responsibilities Provide ongoing service to existing clients Work with Partners and Fee Earners to develop new business opportunities Maximise cross-referrals across offices and practice areas Produce fee income in line with targets and objectives Stay informed of changes in law and practice in property and development Maintain up-to-date legal skills Financial control of own caseload, including billing and cash flow management Maintain accurate records of time spent on client and internal work Perform fee-earning work accurately and reliably, following the firms quality and risk procedures Person Specification Essential Qualified lawyer or equivalent legal experience Passion for Commercial Property, with a focus on Residential Development Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and high computer literacy Understanding of Solicitors Account Rules and Money Laundering Regulations Knowledge of case management systems Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to provide practical, commercial advice Confident working independently and managing workloads Strong planning and organisational skills Marketing and business development experience Ability to create and maintain strong client relationships High level of integrity and professionalism Desirable Knowledge of the house building sector or prior experience in commercial property or development law Previous experience with Visual Files and SOS Connect Attributes Positive, flexible, and professional approach Hardworking and proactive attitude Sense of humour Ability to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines Benefits Generous holiday entitlement Staff discount on legal fees Income protection Life assurance (3x salary) Salary exchange pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme
Client Local Authority in Newham Job Title Senior Lawyer (Contracts and Procurement) Pay Rate 50- 60 an hour UMBRELLA Hours 36 Hours a week(Mon-Fri) 9AM-5PM Duration Initial 3 month Contract Location Hybrid working-will be office based in Newham Dockside Description Job Purpose: To support the Principal Lawyer and Legal Services management team in the provision of strategic, high level legal advice to the Councils, Members and Officers, and support the provision of legal solutions in Contracts and Procurement and related areas to enable the Councils to progress with corporate goals. To lead and manage a team in a shared back office support service. The team will include lawyers, legal officers and support staff, and the Senior Lawyer will support the Team Leader in the delivery of a portfolio of high quality, solution focused legal work in more than one discipline and across multiple sites, to customers in different organisations. Case Management: Leading on complex litigation and enforcement cases, which may include tenancy management, anti-social behaviour (ASB), housing disrepair, homelessness, public law (including Judicial Review), and regulatory law matters. To support the Principal Lawyer in meeting the strategic aims of the Legal Services department. To build positive relationships with customers, assisting the Principal Lawyer in the role as relationship manager, and developing and marketing new and innovative solutions To support the Principal Lawyer in developing ways of maximising and improving income generation and ,identifying savings Specific Responsibilities: To pick up casework arising in their respective teams during peak times or where additional resources are required to meet demand, and if requested to do so by the Principal Lawyer provide support to other teams To support complex strategic projects across multi-functional teams, assisting to ensure that an innovative and commercial solutions focus is adopted across projects. To support the Principal Lawyer in ensuring that the Councils, clients, and members are kept abreast of the law as necessary, and to determine the effect of new legislation, advising on developments as necessary To have responsibility for a team of up to 10 lawyers and support staff, potentially working across legal disciplines and working over multiple sites To carry out advocacy when necessary on own caseload, and not to instruct external support except in accordance with agreed procedures To attend meetings of the Councils as required to provide legal and governance advice. Experience: People management including, motivation, performance and capability Leadership in the provision of functions within the Shared Service Service improvement, maximising efficiency and new delivery models for the functions within the shared service Managing and delivering transformational change in Legal Services An understanding of the workings of local government and the challenges being set by the new local government agenda along with the financial, legal and political context of local government. The ability to contribute towards setting the strategic direction of Legal Services, supporting the senior management team to develop the overarching strategy for the service and the necessary supporting plans for delivery, with and through partners. Knowledge of local government powers and duties and at least one of the following areas of law, civil litigation, Contracts and Procurement & contract, planning, development. Contracts and Procurement and related areas A qualified solicitor or barrister holding a practicing certificate. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Jan 07, 2026
Contractor
Client Local Authority in Newham Job Title Senior Lawyer (Contracts and Procurement) Pay Rate 50- 60 an hour UMBRELLA Hours 36 Hours a week(Mon-Fri) 9AM-5PM Duration Initial 3 month Contract Location Hybrid working-will be office based in Newham Dockside Description Job Purpose: To support the Principal Lawyer and Legal Services management team in the provision of strategic, high level legal advice to the Councils, Members and Officers, and support the provision of legal solutions in Contracts and Procurement and related areas to enable the Councils to progress with corporate goals. To lead and manage a team in a shared back office support service. The team will include lawyers, legal officers and support staff, and the Senior Lawyer will support the Team Leader in the delivery of a portfolio of high quality, solution focused legal work in more than one discipline and across multiple sites, to customers in different organisations. Case Management: Leading on complex litigation and enforcement cases, which may include tenancy management, anti-social behaviour (ASB), housing disrepair, homelessness, public law (including Judicial Review), and regulatory law matters. To support the Principal Lawyer in meeting the strategic aims of the Legal Services department. To build positive relationships with customers, assisting the Principal Lawyer in the role as relationship manager, and developing and marketing new and innovative solutions To support the Principal Lawyer in developing ways of maximising and improving income generation and ,identifying savings Specific Responsibilities: To pick up casework arising in their respective teams during peak times or where additional resources are required to meet demand, and if requested to do so by the Principal Lawyer provide support to other teams To support complex strategic projects across multi-functional teams, assisting to ensure that an innovative and commercial solutions focus is adopted across projects. To support the Principal Lawyer in ensuring that the Councils, clients, and members are kept abreast of the law as necessary, and to determine the effect of new legislation, advising on developments as necessary To have responsibility for a team of up to 10 lawyers and support staff, potentially working across legal disciplines and working over multiple sites To carry out advocacy when necessary on own caseload, and not to instruct external support except in accordance with agreed procedures To attend meetings of the Councils as required to provide legal and governance advice. Experience: People management including, motivation, performance and capability Leadership in the provision of functions within the Shared Service Service improvement, maximising efficiency and new delivery models for the functions within the shared service Managing and delivering transformational change in Legal Services An understanding of the workings of local government and the challenges being set by the new local government agenda along with the financial, legal and political context of local government. The ability to contribute towards setting the strategic direction of Legal Services, supporting the senior management team to develop the overarching strategy for the service and the necessary supporting plans for delivery, with and through partners. Knowledge of local government powers and duties and at least one of the following areas of law, civil litigation, Contracts and Procurement & contract, planning, development. Contracts and Procurement and related areas A qualified solicitor or barrister holding a practicing certificate. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Salary: £31,600 per annum pro rata Location: Merseyside - currently based in Anfield with plans to move to Liverpool City Centre in 2026 Contract: Permanent Full time 37.5 hours per week Closing date: Tuesday 20th January 2026 at 11.30 pm Please note this role is being advertised as a Paralegal but on appointment the job title will be Legal Adviser. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with legal experience to join Shelter as a Paralegal/Legal Adviser and help us deliver an effective local service for people experiencing housing issues in Merseyside. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in standing up to the housing emergency. About the Role You will help our solicitors to maintain an active caseload, enabling our clients to enforce their housing rights. Your role will be varied and will include taking instructions and witness statements, drafting letters, making applications, providing court representation and making sure time recording and income targets are met. About you You will need a good understanding of litigation work, be able to carry out legal research and provide a good standard of professional service and client care. You will have excellent communication skills, both in writing/drafting and face-to-face along with proficiency using case management systems and time recording, as well as the ability to manage your time and workload. If you have housing law experience and Legal Aid/ CCMS this would be an advantage. You enjoy collaborating as part of a team, respond quickly and positively to change and are not afraid to challenge the status quo and introduce new ideas when appropriate. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. About the Team Our Legal team is based around England and is made up of over 100 people, delivering housing advice and litigation services for our clients. Working closely with other teams in Shelter Services, we take referrals from them including certified litigation work, controlled work and Housing Possession Court Duty Schemes. Shelter Merseyside Hub has been providing housing advice and support services to local people for over 20 years, helping those facing bad housing and homelessness. We work in partnership with a range of organisations to improve the underlying systems that prevent people from living securely in suitable, safe, affordable accommodation. You will be working alongside the Housing Rights Workers, Management and Administration teams, Community Organising and Lived Experience Teams to bring about systemic change locally. About Shelter Home is a human right. It s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet every day millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency. We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything. We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist. How to apply Please click Apply for Job below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement should include responses to the 'About You' points outlined in the Job Description of no more than 350 words each. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviour below throughout your responses: We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered. Safeguarding Statement Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Salary: £31,600 per annum pro rata Location: Merseyside - currently based in Anfield with plans to move to Liverpool City Centre in 2026 Contract: Permanent Full time 37.5 hours per week Closing date: Tuesday 20th January 2026 at 11.30 pm Please note this role is being advertised as a Paralegal but on appointment the job title will be Legal Adviser. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with legal experience to join Shelter as a Paralegal/Legal Adviser and help us deliver an effective local service for people experiencing housing issues in Merseyside. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in standing up to the housing emergency. About the Role You will help our solicitors to maintain an active caseload, enabling our clients to enforce their housing rights. Your role will be varied and will include taking instructions and witness statements, drafting letters, making applications, providing court representation and making sure time recording and income targets are met. About you You will need a good understanding of litigation work, be able to carry out legal research and provide a good standard of professional service and client care. You will have excellent communication skills, both in writing/drafting and face-to-face along with proficiency using case management systems and time recording, as well as the ability to manage your time and workload. If you have housing law experience and Legal Aid/ CCMS this would be an advantage. You enjoy collaborating as part of a team, respond quickly and positively to change and are not afraid to challenge the status quo and introduce new ideas when appropriate. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. About the Team Our Legal team is based around England and is made up of over 100 people, delivering housing advice and litigation services for our clients. Working closely with other teams in Shelter Services, we take referrals from them including certified litigation work, controlled work and Housing Possession Court Duty Schemes. Shelter Merseyside Hub has been providing housing advice and support services to local people for over 20 years, helping those facing bad housing and homelessness. We work in partnership with a range of organisations to improve the underlying systems that prevent people from living securely in suitable, safe, affordable accommodation. You will be working alongside the Housing Rights Workers, Management and Administration teams, Community Organising and Lived Experience Teams to bring about systemic change locally. About Shelter Home is a human right. It s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet every day millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency. We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything. We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist. How to apply Please click Apply for Job below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement should include responses to the 'About You' points outlined in the Job Description of no more than 350 words each. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviour below throughout your responses: We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered. Safeguarding Statement Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Service Care Legal are recruiting on behalf of a leading housing association for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister to join their in-house legal team. The role focuses on providing legal advice and managing litigation relating to housing management and landlord and tenant law. ROLE: Housing Litigation Lawyer RATE: 45.00ph umbrella / 39.78ph PAYE inc. holiday pay / 35.50ph PAYE exc. Holiday pay LOCATION: Central London CONTRACT: 3 months with possibility of extension Please note that this will require office attendance 3 days per week. Key Responsibilities: Advise on routine and complex housing and tenancy matters. Conduct litigation on ASB injunctions, possession claims, tenancy fraud, disrepair claims, EPA prosecutions, and more. Draft legal pleadings, notices, witness statements, and court bundles. Undertake advocacy or instruct Counsel as required. Support and mentor junior legal staff. Assist with external solicitor instruction and development of legal processes. Provide occasional out-of-hours witness support. The Person Qualified solicitor (current Law Society Practising Certificate) or barrister (with litigation rights). Strong knowledge of housing and landlord & tenant law. Litigation experience with solid legal drafting skills. Experience advising housing providers or public bodies. Familiarity with First Tier Tribunal and contentious property matters. Experience mentoring junior colleagues or improving legal processes. If this Housing Solicitor role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on (phone number removed), or email (url removed). We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth 250.
Jan 06, 2026
Contractor
Service Care Legal are recruiting on behalf of a leading housing association for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister to join their in-house legal team. The role focuses on providing legal advice and managing litigation relating to housing management and landlord and tenant law. ROLE: Housing Litigation Lawyer RATE: 45.00ph umbrella / 39.78ph PAYE inc. holiday pay / 35.50ph PAYE exc. Holiday pay LOCATION: Central London CONTRACT: 3 months with possibility of extension Please note that this will require office attendance 3 days per week. Key Responsibilities: Advise on routine and complex housing and tenancy matters. Conduct litigation on ASB injunctions, possession claims, tenancy fraud, disrepair claims, EPA prosecutions, and more. Draft legal pleadings, notices, witness statements, and court bundles. Undertake advocacy or instruct Counsel as required. Support and mentor junior legal staff. Assist with external solicitor instruction and development of legal processes. Provide occasional out-of-hours witness support. The Person Qualified solicitor (current Law Society Practising Certificate) or barrister (with litigation rights). Strong knowledge of housing and landlord & tenant law. Litigation experience with solid legal drafting skills. Experience advising housing providers or public bodies. Familiarity with First Tier Tribunal and contentious property matters. Experience mentoring junior colleagues or improving legal processes. If this Housing Solicitor role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on (phone number removed), or email (url removed). We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth 250.
Solicitor Location: Fleet House, 59-61 Clerkenwell Road, London, EC1M 5NW Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 1+ months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £45.00 per hour Job Ref: OR19176 Job Responsibilities Provide legal advice on routine and complex housing and landlord-tenant issues. Conduct litigation efficiently, including anti-social behaviour cases, tenancy fraud, and housing disrepair claims. Prepare and draft legal documents such as pleadings, claims, defences, and witness statements. Assist in instructing external solicitors when necessary. Develop in-house legal services to meet organizational needs. Ensure effective communication between legal team and other departments. Implement processes for efficient legal service delivery and advice. Support witnesses in anti-social behaviour cases, including out-of-hours visits if needed. Maintain accurate data records and share key information with relevant departments. Stay updated with legal and regulatory changes affecting Housing Associations. Support junior team members and assist senior team members. Build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and staff. Ensure confidentiality and professionalism in all activities. Provide cover for other team members as required. Person Specifications Must Have A valid Law Society Practicing Certificate or Bar Council certificate with litigation ability. Experience in conducting litigation and providing legal advice. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism. Capability to work collaboratively within a team. Nice to Have Experience in housing management and landlord-tenant law. Familiarity with the regulatory framework for Housing Associations. Experience in developing legal processes and procedures. Ability to support and mentor junior team members. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability specific organizations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Jan 05, 2026
Contractor
Solicitor Location: Fleet House, 59-61 Clerkenwell Road, London, EC1M 5NW Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 1+ months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £45.00 per hour Job Ref: OR19176 Job Responsibilities Provide legal advice on routine and complex housing and landlord-tenant issues. Conduct litigation efficiently, including anti-social behaviour cases, tenancy fraud, and housing disrepair claims. Prepare and draft legal documents such as pleadings, claims, defences, and witness statements. Assist in instructing external solicitors when necessary. Develop in-house legal services to meet organizational needs. Ensure effective communication between legal team and other departments. Implement processes for efficient legal service delivery and advice. Support witnesses in anti-social behaviour cases, including out-of-hours visits if needed. Maintain accurate data records and share key information with relevant departments. Stay updated with legal and regulatory changes affecting Housing Associations. Support junior team members and assist senior team members. Build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and staff. Ensure confidentiality and professionalism in all activities. Provide cover for other team members as required. Person Specifications Must Have A valid Law Society Practicing Certificate or Bar Council certificate with litigation ability. Experience in conducting litigation and providing legal advice. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism. Capability to work collaboratively within a team. Nice to Have Experience in housing management and landlord-tenant law. Familiarity with the regulatory framework for Housing Associations. Experience in developing legal processes and procedures. Ability to support and mentor junior team members. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability specific organizations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Overview Locum Litigation Lawyer - Initial 3 Months - Predominantly Remote Working - £55 per hour Umbrella - Midlands Venn Group's specialist legal team are currently working with a reputable Local Authority in the Midlands area who are recruiting for a Locum Litigation Lawyer to join their department. This Council will consider full-time or part-time candidates and will be offered for a duration of 3 months with the strong possibility of extension and will be worked on a Remote Working basis other than for attendance at court if local and IT collection. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive and the ideal candidate will have prior experience working within Local Government. The successful candidate will need to also have working knowledge of Civil Litigation and be particularly knowledgeable when it comes to Housing Litigation. Responsibilities Focusing on Housing (possessions and injunctions), ASB, homelessness and Disrepair claims, unauthorised encampments - Magistrates Court procedure Drafting relevant documents both in civil, regulatory and criminal legal proceedings Defending the Council against housing and disrepair claims and negotiated settlement figures in relation to housing disrepair matters Dealing with multi-track, fast-track and small claims track Housing Disrepair Claims Drafting summons, indictments, case summaries and disclosure requests Remuneration An hourly rate of up to £55 per hour Umbrella and is offered for this position dependent on experience. How to apply Please apply for this role online or contact Sam Cox or Connie Ross via phone or email for further information. Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits. Locum Litigation Lawyer - Initial 3 Months- Predominantly Remote Working - £55 per hour Umbrella - Midlands
Jan 05, 2026
Full time
Overview Locum Litigation Lawyer - Initial 3 Months - Predominantly Remote Working - £55 per hour Umbrella - Midlands Venn Group's specialist legal team are currently working with a reputable Local Authority in the Midlands area who are recruiting for a Locum Litigation Lawyer to join their department. This Council will consider full-time or part-time candidates and will be offered for a duration of 3 months with the strong possibility of extension and will be worked on a Remote Working basis other than for attendance at court if local and IT collection. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive and the ideal candidate will have prior experience working within Local Government. The successful candidate will need to also have working knowledge of Civil Litigation and be particularly knowledgeable when it comes to Housing Litigation. Responsibilities Focusing on Housing (possessions and injunctions), ASB, homelessness and Disrepair claims, unauthorised encampments - Magistrates Court procedure Drafting relevant documents both in civil, regulatory and criminal legal proceedings Defending the Council against housing and disrepair claims and negotiated settlement figures in relation to housing disrepair matters Dealing with multi-track, fast-track and small claims track Housing Disrepair Claims Drafting summons, indictments, case summaries and disclosure requests Remuneration An hourly rate of up to £55 per hour Umbrella and is offered for this position dependent on experience. How to apply Please apply for this role online or contact Sam Cox or Connie Ross via phone or email for further information. Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits. Locum Litigation Lawyer - Initial 3 Months- Predominantly Remote Working - £55 per hour Umbrella - Midlands
Projects Lawyer London A leading national law firm with a Tier 1-ranked commercial and infrastructure practice is looking to appoint a junior solicitor to join its growing projects team in London. Known for its collaborative culture, investment in junior talent, and commitment to responsible business, the firm offers a platform for long-term career progression and development. This is a rare opportunity to join one of the UK's top-ranked legal teams advising on high-value, high-impact infrastructure projects across a wide range of sectors. You'll be joining a dynamic, highly regarded Commercial & Infrastructure team that advises on major infrastructure projects and complex commercial arrangements including PFI and PPP contracts across key public and regulated sectors such as health, education, housing, transport, custodial, fire service, and local government. This is a unique opportunity to develop niche expertise in infrastructure-related contracts, working with high-profile public sector clients and leading private sector partners on award-winning projects. With increased demand for legal support on project expiry, contract management, and post-PFI strategy, this role offers real long-term scope and the chance to become a trusted advisor in a high-growth area of law. Key Responsibilities: - Advise public and private sector clients on commercial contracts relating to infrastructure projects, including PPP and PFI models. - Draft, negotiate and review a variety of contracts and project documentation. - Support complex transactions involving contract variations, re-procurement and restructuring. - Work collaboratively with specialist colleagues across construction, real estate, finance, employment, procurement, and corporate teams. - Play a key role in operational contract management, handback and future service delivery planning. - Build trusted client relationships and contribute to ongoing client development activity. Candidate Requirements: - NQ-3 years' PQE in commercial, projects or public sector work. - Experience drafting and negotiating contracts. - A commercial and pragmatic approach to advising clients. - Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills and a collaborative mindset. - A genuine interest in infrastructure, public-private partnerships or public sector service delivery. Desirable: - Knowledge of PFI/PPP structures or public procurement processes. - Experience advising local authorities, NHS bodies or other public sector organisations. - Previous involvement in major infrastructure or outsourcing transactions. The Opportunity: The firm is known for investing in its people. You'll benefit from a structured training programme, ongoing mentoring from senior colleagues, and a transparent pathway for career progression. You'll also be encouraged to take an active role in client engagement, business development and industry events. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Jan 05, 2026
Full time
Projects Lawyer London A leading national law firm with a Tier 1-ranked commercial and infrastructure practice is looking to appoint a junior solicitor to join its growing projects team in London. Known for its collaborative culture, investment in junior talent, and commitment to responsible business, the firm offers a platform for long-term career progression and development. This is a rare opportunity to join one of the UK's top-ranked legal teams advising on high-value, high-impact infrastructure projects across a wide range of sectors. You'll be joining a dynamic, highly regarded Commercial & Infrastructure team that advises on major infrastructure projects and complex commercial arrangements including PFI and PPP contracts across key public and regulated sectors such as health, education, housing, transport, custodial, fire service, and local government. This is a unique opportunity to develop niche expertise in infrastructure-related contracts, working with high-profile public sector clients and leading private sector partners on award-winning projects. With increased demand for legal support on project expiry, contract management, and post-PFI strategy, this role offers real long-term scope and the chance to become a trusted advisor in a high-growth area of law. Key Responsibilities: - Advise public and private sector clients on commercial contracts relating to infrastructure projects, including PPP and PFI models. - Draft, negotiate and review a variety of contracts and project documentation. - Support complex transactions involving contract variations, re-procurement and restructuring. - Work collaboratively with specialist colleagues across construction, real estate, finance, employment, procurement, and corporate teams. - Play a key role in operational contract management, handback and future service delivery planning. - Build trusted client relationships and contribute to ongoing client development activity. Candidate Requirements: - NQ-3 years' PQE in commercial, projects or public sector work. - Experience drafting and negotiating contracts. - A commercial and pragmatic approach to advising clients. - Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills and a collaborative mindset. - A genuine interest in infrastructure, public-private partnerships or public sector service delivery. Desirable: - Knowledge of PFI/PPP structures or public procurement processes. - Experience advising local authorities, NHS bodies or other public sector organisations. - Previous involvement in major infrastructure or outsourcing transactions. The Opportunity: The firm is known for investing in its people. You'll benefit from a structured training programme, ongoing mentoring from senior colleagues, and a transparent pathway for career progression. You'll also be encouraged to take an active role in client engagement, business development and industry events. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
