Qualified Solicitor

Job Overview

We are seeking a qualified lawyer to join our civil litigation team, performing a range of contentious and non-contentious work in Landlord & Tenant litigation (commercial and residential), Housing Law, Homelessness, Judicial Review proceedings, and Adult Social Care debt. The role includes managing rent disputes, contested debt, and general landlord/tenant matters, as well as handling both claimant and defendant litigation across diverse legal areas.

Responsibilities

• Advise on and manage contentious and non-contentious Landlord & Tenant matters (commercial and residential).
• Handle Housing Law and Homelessness cases.
• Prepare and present Judicial Review proceedings.
• Address Adult Social Care debt cases.
• Deal with rent disputes, contested debt, and other landlord/tenant litigated matters.
• Represent both claimant and defendant sides in litigation.
• Collaborate with the litigation team to develop skills through training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with UK legal qualification.
• Experience in rent disputes, contested debt, and general landlord & tenant matters.
• Experience managing litigated cases (both claimant and defendant).

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: £42,839 – £54,495 per year.
• Welcome payment of £5,000 for suitable candidates with appropriate experience.
• Hybrid working arrangement – work from home and city centre offices.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working options.
• Training and development opportunities.

Location

City Hall, Central region.

EEO Statement

We are committed to recruiting a diverse and highly talented workforce to build a council that represents our city.

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