Housing Disrepair Fee Earner / Legal Exec

Your tasks

A well-established law firm is expanding its housing disrepair team and is looking for an experienced Legal Executive to run their own caseload from instruction through to settlement or trial.

• Manage a full caseload of housing disrepair claims with minimal supervision
• Assess new cases and advise clients on merits, funding and likely outcomes
• Draft and review letters of claim, pleadings, witness statements and settlement agreements
• Ensure compliance with the Pre-Action Protocol for Housing Conditions Claims
• Instruct and manage surveyors and other experts, and review their reports
• Negotiate settlements with landlords, housing associations and third parties
• Keep accurate records on the case management system
• Supervise and support paralegals and junior team members
• Support business development, including maintaining introducer relationships
• Meet individual and team targets, and comply with regulatory and quality standards

Requirements

• Legal Executive with a proven track record in housing disrepair
• Strong knowledge of housing law and the disrepair claims process
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
• Confident managing your own caseload in a target-driven environment
• Strong client care, organisation and attention to detail
• Experienced with legal case management systems
• Supervision or mentoring experience is an advantage
• Right to work in the UK

What we offer

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
• Hybrid working
• Pension scheme
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Referral programme
• Clear progression and recognition for strong performance
• Smart/casual dress code, supportive team and company events

How to apply

To apply: send your CV to James via this advert who will be in touch with further details!

Other

*Location: Manchester city centre, Strong hybrid split Salary:** £35-38k base plus up to £12,000 in performance bonus