Location
Wembley, Civic Centre and other locations from time to time.

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£38,058 Per Annum

About the Role
Join an exciting Legal Service in Brent, a vibrant London borough known for its diversity and cultural richness. We are currently seeking two permanent Legal Assistants to join our Housing Litigation Team. The primary responsibility will be managing a caseload of disrepair cases. While knowledge or experience in housing disrepair work is highly desirable, it is not essential as support will be provided for suitable candidates to develop in this area of law. Key responsibilities include obtaining documentation from the Council’s disrepair team, instructing surveyors, advising on liability and damages, negotiating settlements, and managing cases on the Council’s legal electronic case management system.

Experience
Experience in housing disrepair law is desirable but not essential. Candidates should demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop their skills in this area.

About you
We are looking for a self-motivated and hard-working individual who is highly organised in case management. The ideal candidate should have the aptitude to quickly grasp housing disrepair law and be able to work effectively within a team, reporting to the Senior Lawyers.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are required, but a background or interest in law would be beneficial.