HDR Team Leader/HOD

Housing Disrepair Team Leader / Head of DepartmentAbout the OpportunityA well-established Liverpool city centre law firm is seeking an experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to lead its Housing Disrepair team, with scope for the role to develop into Head of Department for the right candidate.This is a senior leadership opportunity for a confident and commercially aware litigator with strong technical expertise in housing disrepair work and proven experience managing both caseloads and teams. The role offers genuine scope to shape the department, drive performance, and contribute to strategic growth.The successful candidate will join a supportive and collaborative environment within a long-standing, multi-disciplinary practice with a strong reputation across claimant litigation.The RoleYou will take responsibility for leading the Housing Disrepair team, managing a caseload while also overseeing performance, workflow, and development of the department.Key responsibilities include:Managing a caseload of housing disrepair claims from instruction through to resolutionLeading, supervising, and developing a team of fee earners and support staffDriving departmental performance, productivity, and case progression standardsEnsuring compliance with all regulatory, procedural, and funding requirementsOverseeing quality control across files, including risk management and auditsDeveloping and implementing processes to improve efficiency and client outcomesManaging relationships with clients, experts, counsel, and third partiesSupporting business development and growth of the housing disrepair offeringContributing to strategic planning and wider departmental leadership discussionsWorking closely with senior leadership to shape the direction of the departmentThe role offers the opportunity to step into a leadership position with clear progression towards Head of Department for the right individual.Candidate ProfileThe successful candidate will be:A qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal ExecutiveMinimum 5 years' PQE in housing disrepair or claimant litigationExperienced in managing a housing disrepair caseload independentlyProven experience in supervising, mentoring, or managing staff (essential or highly desirable)Strong technical knowledge of housing disrepair claims and litigation processesCommercially aware with an understanding of KPIs, performance, and departmental growthConfident in client-facing situations with excellent communication skillsA strong leader with the ability to motivate and develop a teamOrganised, resilient, and capable of managing competing prioritiesWorking ArrangementBased in Liverpool city centre officePrimarily office-based role to support team leadership and collaborationFull-time position with regular in-person leadership presence expectedWhat's on OfferSenior leadership role with progression to Head of DepartmentSupportive and established multi-practice law firm environmentOpportunity to shape and grow a developing Housing Disrepair departmentStrong administrative and legal support infrastructureCollaborative culture with experienced senior leadership teamLong-term career development and strategic influence within the firmPension scheme and standard employee benefits package