Full job descriptionAs an In-house Housing Solicitor, you’ll handle a variety of legal matters, focusing on anti-social behaviour and tenancy management within the not-for-profit sector. Your role will involve providing expert legal advice, supporting the organisation’s efforts to manage tenancies effectively and ensuring compliance with relevant laws.
Client Details
Our client is a well-established and growing housing provider with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services and making a positive difference within local communities. The organisation places people at the heart of everything it does, fostering an inclusive, supportive and values-driven culture centred around respect, integrity and doing the right thing. Employees benefit from a flexible working environment, strong wellbeing support and genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Description
The In-house Housing Solicitor will be:
*Managing a varied caseload of housing management matters, including anti-social behaviour litigation.
*Advising internal stakeholders on tenancy enforcement, possession proceedings and housing law issues.
*Representing the organisation in legal proceedings and working closely with external counsel where required.
*Supporting operational teams with proactive legal advice to minimise risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
*Assisting with the development of policies, procedures and best practice across housing management functions.
Profile
The In-house Housing Solicitor should be:
*A solicitor or equivalent with ideally 2+ years’ PQE in housing litigation and housing management matters.
*Experienced in anti-social behaviour injunctions, possession proceedings and tenancy enforcement.
*Knowledgeable in housing law, relevant legislation and court procedures.
*Commercially minded with the ability to provide practical, solutions-focused advice.
*An excellent communicator who can build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
*Able to manage a busy caseload independently while working collaboratively within a wider team.
Job Offer
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking employer that genuinely invests in its people. Alongside a competitive salary, the successful candidate can expect a comprehensive benefits package including flexible and agile working arrangements (Manchester), generous annual leave, pension contributions, enhanced family-friendly benefits, wellbeing support, career development opportunities and professional learning assistance. The organisation is committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive whilst making a meaningful difference to the communities they serve.