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We are currently recruiting a Litigation Manager to join us on a permanent basis.
About us
We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people.
Working to provide great homes in great neighbourhoods, we are proud to collaborate with our customers, communities, local and national stakeholders to achieve this.
This year will see us launch our new 5 year corporate strategy to 2029 which puts customers at the heart of what we do, providing great places to live and work, with homes that they are proud to live in.
Duties
- Ensure the effective and efficient delivery of the litigation service.
- Provide comprehensive, high-level, effective and relevant advice and assistance to Incommunities in the discharge of duties.
- Negotiate and approve settlement of cases and claims to the best result and in the best interest of Incommunities.
- Prepare and conduct legal proceedings brought by and against Incommunities, instructing Counsel and attending court where appropriate.
- Perform such tasks as necessary to ensure cases are prepared to appropriate professional standards including the drafting of pleadings and orders, liaison with relevant agencies and meeting Court, Inquiry, and Tribunal Commitments, rules and directions.
- Lead on Service Level Agreements and legal work relating to high volume and/or complex litigation work and/or sensitive matters.
- Develop, lead and manage a comprehensive and effective litigation team, including developing policies and procedures and to undertake Incommunities litigation work to ensure a comprehensive service to Incommunities, its boards, committees and sub-committees and external clients
- Maintain awareness of all legislative and case law developments, update relevant staff as appropriate and prepare briefing papers / reports and / or training upon such developments.
- Assist the Director of Governance & Assurance when needed and fulfil the overall objectives of the Litigation Team by the provision of high-quality professional services, including preparation and analysis of reports for the Executive and Board of Directors.
- To attend and advise, if required, any Board or Executive meeting concerned with litigation or housing.
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor / Barrister (ideally 5 years PQE).
- Experience of line managing staff and leading a team.
- Extensive experience of working in legal practice including conducting civil and criminal litigation matters, ideally in relation to housing matters.
- Excellent knowledge of housing, disrepair, anti-social behaviour, SLAs and civil litigation practice and procedure.
- Good working knowledge of Court and Tribunal procedures relating to civil litigation matters.
- Awareness of applicable legislation to a housing provider.
- Experience of working in social housing is desirable.
- Experience of managing budgets and providing internal training.
- A solutions focussed mindset that enjoy working in a fast paced, busy environment.
Benefits
- Salary ranges from £59,306 up-to £61,894 per year dependent on experience
- West Yorkshire Pension Fund membership - Current employer contribution is 15.5%
- 28 days annual leave that increases with service plus bank holidays
- Option to buy and sell annual leave
- Training, development, and qualification opportunities
- Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers)
- Corporate health scheme membership
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Local gym membership discounts.
- A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support
We are an equal opportunity employer but beyond characteristics protected by law, we welcome and value applicants from diverse backgrounds, abilities and perspectives.
Incommunities is also recognised as ‘Committed' to being Menopause Friendly. The Menopause Friendly Accreditation recognises inclusive employers that build awareness and understanding of how menopause can have an effect at work and shows we take the wellbeing of our colleagues seriously.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
