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Social Housing Solicitor

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Douglas Scott

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United Kingdom , London

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Job Description:

Our client is a top 200 law firm looking for a Housing Solicitor/Supervisor to join their office in London. The role involves managing a caseload of social housing matters, own advocacy, client communication, and supervision of junior team members. Ideal candidates should be qualified solicitors with PQE experience and excellent skills in networking, IT, and communication.

Job Responsibility:

  • Managing a caseload of all aspects of social housing including Homelessness
  • Disrepair
  • Eviction
  • Possession
  • Property Ownership Disputes
  • Succession for Tenants
  • Neighbourhood Problems matters
  • Undertaking own advocacy
  • Attending to clients
  • Reporting directly to Department Director
  • Supervising junior members of team

Requirements:

  • Qualified Solicitor with experience in Social Housing
  • Ideally 3 years PQE plus
  • Previous supervisory experience
  • Advocacy experience
  • Excellent networking skills
  • Excellent IT and communication skills
What we offer:
  • Generous bonus structure
  • Hybrid working (1 or 2 days in the office)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 17, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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