Housing Law Specialist Position

16 hours ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Michael Page Legal Full time

Housing Association Opportunity

We are recruiting a Real Estate Lawyer to join our client's team in North Yorkshire. As an In-House Property Solicitor, you will provide expert legal services in property and housing law, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

About Our Client

Our client is a prominent not-for-profit housing association managing over 6,000 homes across North Yorkshire. They prioritize sustainability, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050, and have achieved the Carbon Literate Organisation bronze award. Recognised for excellence, they have received multiple health and safety awards and are dedicated to employee development and community impact.

Your Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

  • Managing relationships with panel solicitors to ensure value for money.
  • Handling conveyancing for property acquisitions, shared equity, and sales.
  • Overseeing housing matters including; complex tenancy issues, possession proceedings, and coordinating with external legal providers as needed.
  • Reviewing and preparing contractual documents for various in-house projects.
  • Providing legal training to staff and board members.

Key Requirements

To succeed in this role, you should have:

  • A Solicitor or equivalent qualification with experience in property and housing law.
  • Proficiency in conveyancing and litigation processes.
  • Skills in managing external legal relationships.
  • Knowledge of current housing legislation and compliance.
  • Experience in training and mentoring legal staff.
  • A valid driving license with access to a vehicle.

Salary and Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary between £50,000-£60,000, flexible working arrangements, comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional development and career progression, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within the community.



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