Housing Lawyer

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time

Housing Lawyer – London – Competitive Hourly Rate (DOE) – Hybrid Working

Position: Housing Lawyer

Organisation: London based Local Authority

Duration: 2-3 months with possible extension

Working Pattern: Full time

Working Arrangement: Hybrid working- one day a week office attendance

Hourly Rate: Competitive hourly rate (DOE)

Venn Group's legal team are in partnership with a London based Local Authority in their search for a Locum Housing Lawyer.

The ideal candidate for this role will be either a Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEx who has a proven track record of successfully managing Housing Litigation cases within a local government setting and who is driven to deliver results.

Duties shall include:

  1. To undertake a caseload of housing and general litigation, which includes providing legal advice on all aspects of law, including anti-social behaviour, crime and disorder, housing and nuisance law
  2. To negotiate, draft and agree legal documentation arising out of the exercise of the councils litigation and housing functions
  3. To act as an advocate on behalf of the council, where appropriate in relevant courts, tribunals and inquires
  4. Instruct Counsel to represent the council where necessary
  5. To prepare and present briefing papers and reports for the Senior Litigation Lawyer

Please apply for this role online or contact Jade Gorrod and Leah Liddell 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.

Housing Lawyer – London – Competitive Hourly Rate (DOE) – Hybrid Working


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