Location
London Borough of Brent - Civic Centre and other locations from time to time. There is a requirement to attend the offices in Wembley or Court at least three times per week.

Hours
36 hours per week

Salary
£58,461 - £61,653 per annum including London weighting

About the Role
Join an exciting Legal Service in Brent, a vibrant London borough known for its diversity and dynamic community. Brent spans both inner and outer London and is home to a rich mix of economic, environmental, ethnic, and social backgrounds. The council is undergoing a far-reaching transformation agenda to better meet the needs of its community, making this an exciting time to join.

Within the Housing Litigation Team, the Senior Civil Litigation / Homelessness Lawyer will:

- Actively support the management of the department
- Provide high-level and proactive expert legal advice on civil litigation and homelessness matters to the Council, its members, and officers
- Serve as a point of contact for members and senior officers on legal matters related to civil litigation and homelessness
- Attend court, tribunals, or public inquiries as a Senior Lawyer, conducting high-quality advocacy
- Advise the Council and senior officers on Housing Law and related matters
- Allocate work to appropriate team members
- Monitor the quality of work undertaken by the team
- Manage a team of around four staff, ensuring adequate training and development

Experience
Strong experience in all matters relating to housing law and civil litigation. Proven ability to provide expert legal advice and conduct high-quality advocacy in court or tribunals.

About you
A current practising certificate as a Barrister, Solicitor, or FCILEX (with litigation practice rights). A can-do attitude with confidence to lead and manage a team. Ability to anticipate problems and solve them effectively. Dependable, self-reliant, and proactive in approach.

Qualifications
A current practising certificate (Barrister, Solicitor, or FCILEX with litigation practice rights) is essential.