Associate/Senior Associate- Housing
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- England,London
- full-time
- £50,000 - £75,000 per annum
Job Description:
Themis Recruit are pleased to share an exciting opportunity to join a leading national law firm with a solid reputation built on exceptional talent. Our client values industry expertise, passion, and a commitment to helping you achieve your full potential. We foster a flexible working culture, combining remote work with in-office collaboration. With offices across major UK cities, we provide a dynamic and supportive environment where you’ll be empowered to thrive.
Our clients Asset Management Team, one of the firm’s fastest-growing departments, has a strong reputation within the legal sector. Recognised in Legal 500 & Chambers directories, our client represents Registered Providers and Local Authorities, working on major national and regional frameworks. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a talented Associate/Senior Associate to help defend housing disrepair claims.
The Role:
As an Associate/Senior Associate in our Asset Management Team, you will manage your own caseload of litigated housing conditions claims, with a focus on defending social landlords. You will also supervise Junior Solicitors and Paralegals and play a key role in preparing cases for trial, drafting defences, and witness statements.
Requirements *Manage a caseload of litigated housing disrepair claims.
*Defend claims on behalf of social landlords, including Registered Providers and Local Authorities.
*Draft defences, witness statements, and prepare cases for trial.
*Supervise and mentor Junior Solicitors and Paralegals within the team.
*Collaborate with colleagues and external partners to deliver exceptional client service.
Ideal Candidate:
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We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications and skills:
*Proven track record of managing housing disrepair claims to trial.
*Experience working within a Social Housing team, ideally representing Registered Providers or Local Authorities.
*Strong supervisory skills and ability to manage junior team members.
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adaptable to various professional contexts.
*Enthusiasm for the social housing sector and dedication to delivering high-quality service.
*Ability to manage a varied caseload and multitask effectively.
*Advocacy experience is advantageous, but not essential.
Benefits *A comprehensive learning and development program.
*A range of wellbeing initiatives to support a healthy work-life balance.
*A competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
Our clients Asset Management Team, one of the firm’s fastest-growing departments, has a strong reputation within the legal sector. Recognised in Legal 500 & Chambers directories, our client represents Registered Providers and Local Authorities, working on major national and regional frameworks. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a talented Associate/Senior Associate to help defend housing disrepair claims.
The Role:
As an Associate/Senior Associate in our Asset Management Team, you will manage your own caseload of litigated housing conditions claims, with a focus on defending social landlords. You will also supervise Junior Solicitors and Paralegals and play a key role in preparing cases for trial, drafting defences, and witness statements.
Requirements *Manage a caseload of litigated housing disrepair claims.
*Defend claims on behalf of social landlords, including Registered Providers and Local Authorities.
*Draft defences, witness statements, and prepare cases for trial.
*Supervise and mentor Junior Solicitors and Paralegals within the team.
*Collaborate with colleagues and external partners to deliver exceptional client service.
Ideal Candidate:
?
We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications and skills:
*Proven track record of managing housing disrepair claims to trial.
*Experience working within a Social Housing team, ideally representing Registered Providers or Local Authorities.
*Strong supervisory skills and ability to manage junior team members.
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adaptable to various professional contexts.
*Enthusiasm for the social housing sector and dedication to delivering high-quality service.
*Ability to manage a varied caseload and multitask effectively.
*Advocacy experience is advantageous, but not essential.
Benefits *A comprehensive learning and development program.
*A range of wellbeing initiatives to support a healthy work-life balance.
*A competitive salary and flexible benefits package.
Job number 1653719