Solicitor Disrepairs

BDS Recruitment are working with a London based housing association to recruit a Solicitor on an initial 6 month basis. This role offers a hybrid approach and rates start at £65 per hour Umbrella Duties: * Provide expert legal advice, guidance, and case support on all housing disrepair matters to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, cost-effective resolution of disputes, and excellent outcomes for residents * Review cases, advising on strengths, risks, quantum, and settlement terms, ensuring alignment with policy and legal requirements. * Lead on the development and dissemination of best practice in disrepair case management * Support and guide caseworkers to ensure procedural compliance, cost-effectiveness, and customer-focused solutions. * Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislative changes and case law affecting housing disrepair, and brief the business accordingly. Criteria: * Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with current practising certificate (England & Wales). * In-depth knowledge of housing disrepair legislation, relevant case law, and pre-action protocol. * Experience advising on housing management matters, including disrepair, ASB, tenancy breach, rent recovery, and succession. * Proven track record of resolving disrepair claims cost-effectively, including negotiation and litigation Please apply now for immediate consideration or call Vickie Marshall for further information