Legal Housing Officer

7\-8 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council (DMBC) is seeking an experienced Legal Housing Officer to join the Law & Governance Division within the Finance & Legal Directorate.

• Reporting to the Senior Solicitor (Community Safety), the postholder will provide legal support and advice to Housing Services in relation to tenancy enforcement, possession proceedings, anti\-social behaviour and associated court actions.

• This is a temporary position running from 2 March 2026 to 30 October 2026, based in Dudley, offering a rate of £30.00 per hour (Pre\-AWR). The role falls inside IR35 and expenses are not permitted.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Assisting solicitors with the day\-to\-day management of housing litigation cases.

• Managing cases involving notices to quit, introductory tenancy extensions and abatement notices.

• Providing legal advice to Housing Services on tenancy enforcement, anti\-social behaviour and possession proceedings.

• Drafting legal documentation including notices, claim forms, particulars of claim, injunction applications, committal applications, closure orders and warrants.

• Preparing witness statements and affidavits through interviews with staff, partners and members of the public.

• Attending County Court, High Court and Magistrates/Youth Court hearings alongside Counsel.

• Preparing court bundles, trial indexes and supporting documentation.

• Reviewing referrals and evidence for legal action and advising Housing teams accordingly.

• Attending multi\-agency meetings to provide legal guidance and clarify available enforcement options.

• Drafting and advising on policies and procedures relating to housing enforcement matters.

• Liaising with internal departments, external agencies and technical officers.

• Handling correspondence and telephone queries relating to individual cases.

• Supporting complainants and witnesses throughout the legal process.

• Deputising for the responsible solicitor where required.

Skills/Experience:

• Proven experience in housing law within a local authority or public sector setting.

• Strong knowledge of tenancy enforcement, possession proceedings and anti\-social behaviour legislation.

• Experience drafting legal notices, court applications and enforcement documentation.

• Familiarity with County Court, High Court and Magistrates’ Court procedures.

• Ability to prepare court bundles and manage case files independently.

• Experience advising non\-legal colleagues on complex housing law matters.

• Strong understanding of relevant housing legislation and enforcement powers.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage a caseload and work on own initiative.

• Experience attending court hearings and supporting Counsel.

• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and equality legislation.

Additional Information:

• The closing date: 28/02/2026.

• Driving licence required (subject to DVLA check).

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