Housing Disrepair SolicitorFee Earner Retrain Opportunity

We value our team members as our most valuable asset with a proven track record of nurturing and developing future staff.

Primary Responsibilities (nonexhaustive list):

• Manage a caseload of pre and postlitigation housing conditions claims on behalf of tenants.
  
• Adhere to the Pre Action Protocol for Housing Disrepair Claims.
  
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation such as the Landlord & Tenant Act.
  
• Draft Letters of Claim.
  
• Compile special damages.
  
• Review housing records to assess liability.
  
• Evaluate surveyor s reports Claimant and Defendant.
  
• Conduct negotiations and settlements.
  
• Facilitate mediation.
  
• Collaborate with counsel.
  
• Initiate Court Proceedings.
  
• Competently and effectively use Proclaim (claims management software) ensuring compliance with business processes and policies.
  
• Communicate effectively with clients.
  
• Foster positive and professional relationships across the organization.
  
• Undertake additional duties as required to contribute to the smooth running of the business.
  

Requirements

• At least 1 year of Litigation experience. Housing Disrepair Experience is desirable but not necessary. Our client will also consider applicants from a predominately P.I background (or other similar volume work). Full (re)training is available.
  
• 1 year of Litigation experience.
  
• Familiarity with Case Management Systems with Proclaim experience considered advantageous.
  
• Highly organized and selfmotivated.
  
• IT literate.
  
• Working for a firm that are huge advocates for continual professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependant on experience ( 30K 45k) bonus
  
• Flexible working including start and finish times
  
• Annual Salary Review
  
• 25 days holiday plus bank holiday.
  
• Day off on your birthday
  
• Pension scheme with 6% employer contribution.
  
• Hybrid home/office working
  
• Training development and support
  
• Company Sick Pay
  
• City Centre Location
  
• Casual Dress