Housing Law Specialist Solicitor

5 days ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment Full time

Company Overview:

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment specializes in connecting exceptional legal professionals with top-tier law firms and organizations. Our team of experts has a deep understanding of the ever-evolving landscape of legal recruitment.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Housing Law Specialist Solicitor to join our client's Housing Management team in their Leeds office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in housing law, including experience working with social landlords and knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Equality Act 2010 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled solicitor to work on a wide range of housing management issues, including disrepair claims, injunctions, breach of tenancy claims, and possession claims. As a Housing Law Specialist Solicitor, you will be responsible for advising social landlords on various matters, ensuring that they comply with relevant laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advise social landlords on housing management issues, including disrepair claims, injunctions, breach of tenancy claims, and possession claims
  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients, providing expert advice and guidance
  • Stay up-to-date with changes in housing law and relevant legislation
  • Collaborate with colleagues to achieve team goals and objectives

Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Extensive experience working in housing law, preferably with social landlords
  • Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Equality Act 2010 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A commitment to ongoing professional development

Benefits:

This role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits such as flexible working hours, comprehensive training programs, and opportunities for career advancement.



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