Job Title: Housing Litigation Solicitor

Department: Housing

Location: City of London / Nationwide (hybrid working available)

Salary: £48,000 – £57,000 + Supervision Bonus

Job Type: Permanent/Hybrid

The Firm:

A leading, award-winning national law firm regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, with headquarters in the City of London and offices nationwide. Established in 1998, the firm is recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners as a top-tier practice across all key areas of law.

With over 500 staff and a modern, paperless, hybrid-working environment, the firm provides services to both corporate and private clients across more than 25 areas of law and in over 60 languages. The firm is widely recognised for its commitment to access to justice, diversity, and excellence in client service.

The Role:

We are seeking Housing Litigation Solicitors to join a growing and dynamic team. The successful candidates will manage a varied caseload of housing matters, provide technical support where required, and contribute to the continued development of the department.

This role offers the opportunity to work on complex and high-quality housing litigation matters, including advocacy, while supporting junior team members and maintaining high standards of client care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the Department Director
• Manage a diverse caseload of public and private housing matters, including:
• Homelessness applications and appeals
• Disrepair claims
• Eviction and possession proceedings
• Property ownership disputes
• Unlawful eviction cases
• Succession rights
• Neighbourhood and anti-social behaviour issues
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior team members where appropriate
• Conduct advocacy where required and attend court hearings
• Take client instructions, prepare cases, and manage correspondence
• Maintain accurate time recording and billing procedures
• Ensure compliance with file management and internal processes
• Implement recommendations following file reviews promptly
• Support business development and contribute to the firm’s growth

Candidate Requirements:

• UK qualified solicitor with a valid practising certificate
• Strong experience in housing litigation (PQE guideline flexible depending on experience)
• Proven supervisory and team management experience
• Experience working to KPIs and managing performance
• Strong knowledge of publicly funded housing work (legal help and representation), with the ability to handle privately funded matters
• Experience across a broad range of housing disputes
• Advocacy experience is advantageous
• Excellent client care skills, particularly when working with vulnerable clients
• Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgment
• Commercial awareness with the ability to contribute to business development
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary of £48,000 – £57,000 plus supervision bonus
• Flexible hybrid working environment
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Support for professional development, legal awards, and recognition
• Opportunity to work within a nationally recognised, top-tier housing team