Legal Services Manager

4 weeks ago


London, UK, United Kingdom James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full time

We are proud to be partnering with a G15 Housing Association, who are looking to appoint a Legal Services Manager on a permanent basis.


This will be a full-time position based in either Central London with hybrid working as an option and a salary of circa £64,500 per annum.


The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor, barrister or CILEX Lawyer and have experience working in a social housing or local authority setting as well as strong understanding of ASB work.


Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Conducting efficient and effective litigation such as: Anti-social behaviour injunctions and possession claims; tenancy fraud possession, access injunctions and housing disrepair claims
  • Briefing Counsel and/or conducting advocacy where appropriate in order to protect the interests of the organisation and their partners
  • Ensuring that legal work is carried out in house including: Preparing and drafting all own pleadings and to ensure communication between instructing officers and the legal team is effective and efficient
  • Developing efficient processes for housing management and litigation services, including witness support for anti-social behaviour cases, with out-of-hours visits when necessary
  • Ensuring compliance with procedures, maintain accurate records, and manage data effectively for case handling and timely departmental communication
  • Keeping up to date with current legal, regulatory, and constitutional frameworks for Housing Associations and sharing knowledge to promote a compliance-driven culture
  • Liaising with clients, suppliers, and staff at all levels, fostering strong relationships with external partners and keeping colleagues informed of legal updates


Experience required:

  • Experience working in social housing or a local authority
  • Two years+ PQE


Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

  • Disrepair
  • ASB
  • Possession claims


Rewards and Benefits:

  • Salary of up to £64,500 per annum
  • Hybrid working


Working hours:

  • 35 hours per week
  • Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm


James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.


At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.


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