Litigation Lawyer

Posted 16 October 2025
Salary 22.27
LocationLondon EC1M United Kingdom
Job type Full time
Sector Legal / Security / Law
ReferenceOR14550

Job description

4 months contract with local authority

This role involves providing legal advice and support in routine housing management and landlord-tenant matters, such as access injunctions, possession claims, and defending disrepair proceedings. The position requires conducting litigation, preparing and drafting pleadings, briefing Counsel or litigation lawyers, and conducting in-house advocacy to safeguard the interests of Southern Housing and its partners. The role also includes offering witness support, particularly in anti-social behavior cases, which may involve out-of-office hours and home visits. The position is crucial for ensuring effective legal service delivery and compliance within the organization.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal advice and assistance in housing management and landlord-tenant matters.
  • Conduct litigation, prepare and draft pleadings, and brief Counsel or litigation lawyers.
  • Offer in-house advocacy to protect Southern Housing's interests.
  • Support witnesses, especially in anti-social behavior cases, including out-of-office hours and home visits.
  • Advise on other contentious matters handled by the litigation team.
  • Assist in instructing external solicitors for cases beyond in-house capabilities.
  • Develop in-house legal services to meet organizational needs.
  • Ensure cost-effective in-house legal work and efficient communication with instructing officers.
  • Comply with established processes and procedures for effective legal service delivery.
  • Maintain data records and ensure timely data management.
  • Stay updated with legal and regulatory frameworks and share knowledge to foster a compliance-focused culture.
  • Provide training on housing and landlord-tenant law to develop skills across the Group.
  • Liaise with clients, suppliers, and staff at all levels, building effective relationships.
  • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all activities.
  • Provide cover for the Solicitor (Litigation) in their absence.


Requirements

Requirements:
  • Knowledge & Experience
    • Essential: Law degree or equivalent.
    • Desirable: Experience in housing management litigation, particularly with housing associations or public sector bodies; experience in a legal environment.
  • Skills
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Outlook.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information to a high standard.
  • Abilities
    • Maintain confidentiality with sensitive data.
    • Demonstrate confidence in abilities and take responsibility for actions.
    • Seek feedback and learn from experiences.
    • Maintain a positive and proactive attitude.
    • Engage actively in all work aspects and consider the impact of actions on others.