Housing Disrepair Lawyer
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Housing Disrepair Lawyer
Salary: £40000 - £55000 per annum
Location: Manchester
Role Overview: A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and driven Housing Disrepair Lawyer to join a growing and highly successful claimant litigation team. This role offers the chance to handle a varied and rewarding caseload while benefiting from a highly competitive uncapped commission structure that rewards every successful completion. This opportunity would suit a Solicitor, Legal Executive or experienced fee earner with claimant housing disrepair or broader civil litigation experience who is looking to progress within a supportive and fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a full caseload of Housing Disrepair claims from cradle to grave
- Drafting letters of claim, pleadings, witness statements and other legal documentation
- Conducting litigation, including liaising with defendants, experts and opposing solicitors
- Assessing liability and quantum, obtaining expert evidence and preparing schedules of loss
- Negotiating settlements and attending hearings, mediations and settlement meetings where required
- Providing clear legal advice and maintaining excellent client communication throughout the life of each matter
- Supporting junior team members and supervising a small sub-team where appropriate
- Keeping up to date with developments in legislation, case law and civil procedure
Candidate Profile / Experience Needed
- Experience handling Housing Disrepair or claimant civil litigation matters
- Strong working knowledge of CPR, pre-action protocols and litigation processes
- Experience managing litigated claims from start to finish
- Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
- The ability to manage a busy caseload while maintaining quality and attention to detail
- Strong organisational skills and a proactive, tenacious approach
- A client-focused mindset with experience supporting vulnerable clients
- Experience using case management systems is important, with Proclaim exposure considered advantageous.
What’s on Offer
- Basic salary up to £55,000 depending on experience
- Highly attractive uncapped commission structure paid monthly
- Reward on every successful completion with no caps or hurdles
- Quality claimant work with strong progression opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to join a growing specialist practice at an exciting stage of expansion
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This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Housing Disrepair Lawyer looking to handle quality work, increase earnings through an exceptional bonus structure and play a key role in a growing team.