Housing Solicitor

Service Care Legal are partnered with a Legal 500–ranked law firm in East London to recruit a Housing Solicitor to join its highly regarded Housing Team.The firm is well known for its work in housing law and has acted in a number of leading cases in the field. The team is recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners and is committed to protecting and advancing housing rights.

ROLE:                  Housing Solicitor
LOCATION:         East London
SALARY:              £35,000 to £50,000 per annum (DOE / PQE / interview)
PQE:                     3 years’

Please note that this role offers hybrid working.

The Role
 

• Handling a varied caseload including homelessness, possession (rented and mortgaged), disrepair, unlawful eviction and social housing allocation matters
• Advising and representing clients in complex and sensitive housing cases, including related community care and mental health matters
• Working as part of a specialist, collaborative team on high-quality and impactful work

The Candidate
 

• Qualified solicitor with 3 years’ PQE and solid experience in housing law
• Strong technical knowledge and a client-focused approach, particularly when acting for vulnerable individuals
• Committed to housing rights, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team

If this sounds like an opportunity of interest, please contact Lloyd Stanley on 01772 208969, or email Lloyd.stanley@servicecare.org.uk. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.