Job Description

Job Title:

HDR Solicitor

Job Description:

We are currently recruiting for a Housing Disrepair
Solicitor / Fee Earner who will be based in our Manchester Offices. This
is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about the work
they do, the service they provide and getting the best results for
their clients.

We are currently looking for applications from Experienced solicitors
who have claimant or defendant experience who have a good track record
of handling a caseload of pre and post litigated housing disrepair
matters.

If you have got drive and determination, ambition and are looking for a stimulating career then we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities to include:

• Managing your own case load of housing disrepair claims being pre and post-litigated cases.
• Dealing with and drafting various interlocutory applications
• Liaising with Counsel and providing coherent instructions when necessary.
• Complete autonomy with instruction through to settlement
• Dealing with complex cases
• Dealing with small claims, fast and multitrack cases

About You:

• Previous housing disrepair experience is essential
• Target driven whilst maintaining exceptional client care
• Confident when working to targets
• Excellent telephone manner and communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Excellent knowledge of the CPR and Housing Conditions case law.
• Ability to provide a high level of client care.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively, as part of a team and using ones own initiative.

Job Type:

Permanent

Job Reference:

ALS