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Housing Paralegal

Job Description

Service Care Solutions is working alongside a thriving London Borough Council, based in South-East London, which is seeking a skilled Paralegal to join their housing team for maternity cover. As part of the team, you will play a crucial role in managing a caseload of mixed disrepair and housing cases under supervision.
 
Role: Housing Paralegal
Umbrella Rate: £25-£30ph
PAYE Inc. Holiday Rate: £22.32-£26.67ph
Contract Length: 12 months  
Location: South-East London
 
Key responsibilities of the Housing Paralegal role:
  • Manage a caseload of 40 mixed disrepair and housing cases (supervised by the Principal Lawyer/Senior Lawyer.
  • Drafting defences, witness statements and application notices, settling claims and dealing with costs issues.
  • Attending legal, income and housing management meetings.
Required Skills:
  • Law degree or graduate diploma in law.
  • Knowledge of housing, disrepair, and EPA prosecutions.
  • Experience in drafting legal documents such as defences, witness statements, and application notices.
Key benefits included with the Housing Paralegal position:
  • Hybrid working – 2 days in the offer.
  • Weekly pay – the rate offered will depend on experience and interview performance.
  • Flexible hours.
If this housing paralegal role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on 01772208969, or email Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk.
 
We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.