Housing Solicitor

Company: Service Care Solutions
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Location: London
Job Description:

Service Care Legal are working with a well-established East London housing provider is seeking an experienced Housing Solicitor to join its legal team on an initial 3-month contract, with a strong possibility of the role becoming permanent.

This is an excellent opportunity for a housing law specialist to play a key role within a growing organisation managing a substantial portfolio of affordable and private rented homes across London.

ROLE: Housing Solicitor

LOCATION: East London / hybrid

RATE: £55-60ph umbrella / £53.28ph PAYE inc. holiday / £47.54ph PAYE exc. holiday pay

CONTRACT: Initial 3 months (possibility of going permanent)

Responsibilities as a Housing Solicitor:

  • Manage a varied caseload of landlord and tenant matters including possession proceedings, anti-social behaviour, tenancy fraud, unlawful occupation, disrepair claims, succession disputes and leasehold matters.
  • Provide practical legal advice to stakeholders across the organisation, drafting and reviewing tenancy agreements, legal documentation and correspondence.
  • Represent the organisation in court proceedings, tribunals and hearings, including matters before the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).
  • Supervise a Paralegal and support the wider business with housing law queries and legal compliance.

Benefits:

  • Hybrid working
  • Flexible hours
  • Weekly pay

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £200.

Posted: July 5th, 2026