Housing Lawyer (Locum)

Location: Perceval House (Hybrid working)
Contract Length: 3 months (likely extension)
Start Date: ASAP (Vacant post)
Interviews: ASAP
Rate: £40.54-£45.18 Umbrella / £30.31-£33.78 PAYE

The Opportunity

We're working with a local authority seeking an experienced Housing Lawyer to join their Legal Services team on a locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a diverse and high-profile caseload, advising on complex housing law matters and supporting key council functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide highly technical and specialist legal advice across housing law, including homelessness, community safety, judicial review, inquests, and inquiries.
• Conduct both straightforward and complex proceedings, including evaluation of evidence, case preparation, strategic case management, and advocacy where required.
• Advise clients on legal risks and potential challenges, including judicial review, and provide mitigation strategies.
• Represent the council in court, tribunals, and key stakeholder meetings.
• Manage a busy caseload independently, ensuring deadlines and service standards are met.

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in housing law within a local authority or public sector setting.
• Proven ability to manage complex litigation and casework, including advocacy where appropriate.
• Experience advising on judicial review and public law risks.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload autonomously.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, practical legal advice to non-legal stakeholders.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive (UK qualified).

Why Apply?

• Competitive hourly rates
• Hybrid working model
• Immediate start available
• Opportunity to work on complex and impactful local authority matters

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