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Housing Disrepair Associate

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Douglas Scott

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United Kingdom , Nottingham

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Employment contract

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Salary:

46750.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

You will work closely with Partners and Senior Solicitors on high-value, complex social housing claims, while also managing your own caseload.

Job Responsibility:

  • Housing disrepair
  • Statutory nuisance claims
  • Anti-social behaviour and injunctions
  • Possession proceedings
  • Housing-related personal injury claims

Requirements:

  • 2+ years' experience handling housing disrepair matters
  • Strong litigation experience
  • Confident working autonomously and collaboratively within a high-performing team
What we offer:
  • Hybrid working 2 days in-office, 3 days WFH
  • 25 days annual leave + Christmas closure
  • Private health and dental insurance
  • Life assurance (3x salary)
  • Car scheme

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 18, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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