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Housing Disrepair Solicitor/ Fee EarnerLocation: Liverpool City CentreSalary: Competitive salary DOE + Bonus Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (Flexible start/finish times) Hybrid working
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitor or Fee Earner to join a well-established and growing team. The ideal candidate will manage a caseload of housing disrepair claims, focusing on issues related to substandard living conditions for tenants. The role will involve both pre- and post-litigation housing disrepair claims, ensuring compliance with the Pre-Action Protocol for Housing Conditions.What's On Offer:
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience + annual bonus
- Flexible working hours (with hybrid home/office working options)
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Day off on the birthday
- 6% employer pension contribution
- Annual salary review
- Ongoing training, development, and support
- Company sick pay
- Casual dress code
- Death in Service Benefit (4x annual salary)
- Subsidised gym membership
- Access to an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme
- Central city office location
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of housing disrepair claims, both pre- and post-litigation
- Draft and send Letters of Claim to landlords
- Collate special damages and review housing records to assess liability
- Review surveyor's reports (Claimant and Defendant)
- Negotiate settlements and engage in mediations
- Issue Court Proceedings when necessary
- Liaise with counsel and external professionals
- Use Proclaim (claims management software) to manage caseloads efficiently
- Communicate effectively with clients, providing regular updates and exceptional client service
- Build and maintain positive professional relationships across the business
- Adhere to business processes and policies, ensuring the smooth running of cases
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience in housing disrepair or contentious civil litigation
- Proven ability to manage high-volume caseloads, including litigating from start to finish
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Highly organised, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
- IT literate, with experience in Case Management Systems (Proclaim preferred)
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritising tasks effectively
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree-level education (preferably)
- Essential experience in housing disrepair law, though candidates with substantial civil litigation experience will also be considered
- Demonstrated ability to bill at Grade B or above
- Familiarity with housing legislation, including the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985
- This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitor or Fee Earner to join a dynamic and supportive team. Those with a passion for tenant advocacy and a desire to develop their career in housing litigation are encouraged to apply.
Please send your CV to Beth @ Simpson Judge. ()
