Housing Lawyer in Essex

Job description

Housing Lawyer - Permanent

Full-time

Hybrid Working

About the Housing Lawyer position:

Sellick Partnership is thrilled to be supporting a Local Authority in Essex with recruitment for a permanent Housing Lawyer.

This is a full-time opportunity, which would be well suited to a lawyer with substantial experience in housing disrepair litigation.

This is a hybrid working role, with office attendance required twice per week, and court attendance required as needed.

Responsibilities of the Housing Lawyer:

The successful housing lawyer will be responsible for undertaking ownership of a varied and demanding caseload to include;

• A particular focus on disrepair cases, dealing with cases from pre-litigation through to conclusion of litigation
• Possession proceedings
• Closure orders
• Enforcement actions

Experience required for the Housing Lawyer:

• A strong understanding of the pre-action protocol for housing conditions claims and the litigation process is essential
• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive

Benefits that come with the Housing Lawyer role include:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Competitive Local Government pension scheme
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements available

How to apply for the Housing Lawyer role:

For more information or to apply for the Housing Lawyer role, contact Laura Smith in the Sellick Partnership Manchester office.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Essex

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

16-10-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English