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Housing Disrepair Solicitor/ Fee Earner
Location: Manchester
Salary: £31,000 - £41,000 + Bonus
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (Flexible start/finish times)

About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitors or Fee Earners to join a well-established and growing team in Manchester City Centre. 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.

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

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

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.

Job Reference: BA223