Housing Disrepair Fee Earner/Solicitor
4 weeks ago
Due to continued growth, our client is expanding and has several exciting opportunities for experienced Solicitors and Fee Earners specialising in Housing Disrepair in both Manchester and Liverpool. Join their dedicated team and be part of a firm that truly values its members and fosters a supportive work environment.
Role Responsibilities:
Key Tasks:
- Manage a caseload of housing disrepair claims on behalf of tenants
- Draft Letters of Claim and collate special damages
- Review housing records and surveyor’s reports to assess liability
- Negotiate settlements and conduct mediations
- Liaise with counsel and issue court proceedings as necessary
- Utilise Proclaim (claims management software) effectively
- Communicate clearly and build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
- Perform additional duties to support the smooth operation of the business
Requirements
Ideal Candidate: We welcome applicants with varying levels of experience, including those transitioning from fast-paced litigation backgrounds. The successful candidate will possess:
Experience:
- Essential experience in Housing Disrepair law; significant experience (10+ years) in contentious civil litigation is also considered
- Ability to bill work at Grade B or above
- Familiarity with Case Management Systems (Proclaim preferred)
- Essential experience in Housing Disrepair law; significant experience (10+ years) in contentious civil litigation is also considered
Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure
- IT literate and self-motivated
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Education:
- Preferably educated to degree level; candidates applying for senior roles may have FILEX, ILEX qualifications, or similar experience
- Preferably educated to degree level; candidates applying for senior roles may have FILEX, ILEX qualifications, or similar experience
Benefits25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
Additional day off on your birthday
Pension scheme with 6% employer contribution
Hybrid home/office working arrangement
Training, development, and support
Company sick pay
Casual dress policy
Death in Service Benefit (4x salary)
Access to an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme
Subsidised gym membership
Requirements
The Ideal Candidate: We welcome applicants with varying levels of experience, including those transitioning from fast-paced litigation backgrounds. The successful candidate will possess: Experience: Essential experience in Housing Disrepair law; significant experience (10+ years) in contentious civil litigation is also considered Ability to bill work at Grade B or above Familiarity with Case Management Systems (Proclaim preferred) Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure IT literate and self-motivated Education: Preferably educated to degree level; candidates applying for senior roles may have FILEX, ILEX qualifications, or similar experience
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