Housing Disrepair Solicitor(s) / Fee Earner(s) Manchester or Liverpool Full time (with flexible start and finish times), permanent£, – , + BonusAble to bill work at Grade B or above My client has been delivering an industry leading service to clients throughout the UK for nearly years.
Specialising in housing litigation, fighting for tenants living in sub-standard accommodation to bring landlords to account.
This is a fabulous opportunity to join a respected law firm and be a key player in a well-established and growing team.
The role: The successful applicant will handle a caseload of pre and post-litigated claims brought primarily under Sections 9a and of the Landlord and Tenant Act 5.
Focusing on all aspects of housing disrepair claims, you will handle cases from inception to conclusion, complying with the Pre Action-Protocol for Housing Conditions.
Key tasks: Run a caseload of pre- and post-litigation housing conditions claims on behalf of tenantsComply with Pre Action-Protocol for Housing Disrepair ClaimsKnowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, such as the Landlord & Tenant ActDraft Letters of ClaimCollation of special damagesReview housing records to assess liabilityReview surveyor's reports – Claimant and DefendantNegotiation and settlementMediationLiaise with counselIssue Court ProceedingsUse Proclaim (claims management software) competently and effectively, ensuing that business process and policy is adhered toCommunicate effectively with clientsLiaise with and build positive and professional relationships across the businessCarry out other duties, as and when required, to assist in the smooth running of the business The successful applicant: Our team structure means that we can support applicants with varying degrees of prior experience and have successfully supported several staff who have re-trained from fast paced litigation backgrounds such as personal injury.
Successful candidates will be confident communicators with a high level of written and verbal skills and good attention to detail.
You must be well organised and able to work in a busy environment with the ability to prioritise tasks and work to tight timescales.
It is preferable that candidates be educated to degree level, and those applying for more senior fee earning roles may possess FILEX, ILEX qualifications or similar experience.
Experience: Housing Disrepair experience essential, we would also consider applicants with significant ( years plus) contentious civil litigation experienceAble to bill work at Grade B or aboveCase Management System (Proclaim is used) experience is a must to be able to handle volume litigationDemonstrable experience of being able to work at pace, with ability to manage competing priorities within own caseloadHave experience of litigating own mattersHighly organised and self-motivated.IT literate Benefits Salary competitive (Dependant on experience) + BonusFlexible start and finish timesAnnual salary review days plus bank holidaysDay off on your birthdayPension scheme with 6% employer contributionHybrid home/office working environmentTraining, development, and supportCompany sick payCity Centre locationCasual dressDeath in Service Benefit (Salary x 4)Access to award winning Employee Assistance ProgrammeSubsidised gym membership "