Housing Disrepair Solicitor

4 weeks ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment Full time
Housing Disrepair Solicitor Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Solicitor to join our award-winning Insurance team based in Leeds. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling a varied caseload of Housing Disrepair matters, including pre-litigated and litigated complex claims.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Handling a caseload of Housing Disrepair matters, including pre-litigated and litigated complex claims
  • Providing written and verbal advice in litigated and non-litigated matters
  • Communicating with clients, opponents, courts, and third parties to progress files
  • Contributing to business development, including presentations, training events, and articles
  • Providing and supervising value-added services, such as client helpline calls and legal surgeries
  • Supporting the Head of Department, Partners, and other advisors on their cases and departmental strategy

Requirements:
  • Qualified Solicitor (or CILEX equivalent) with up to 4 years PQE
  • Previous housing disrepair experience and knowledge
  • Previous housing/insurance litigation experience
  • Proven experience of handling own caseload, working to deadlines, and generating fees
  • Strong presentation and client handling skills, and commercial acumen
  • Ability to work unsupervised, with good self-motivation and teamwork skills

Benefits:
  • 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays
  • Remote working
  • Annual leave purchase scheme
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Progression opportunities
  • Company pension
  • Healthcare benefits


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