Dudley MBC is seeking an experienced housing or civil litigation specialist who is driven, dynamic and keen to make a difference for those who live and work in the Borough.

Our approach to the practice of law is based on a friendly and open style of working, and a determination to avoid unnecessary complexity. We are committed to achieving the objectives of our clients by finding solutions to their problems in a professional, courteous and efficient manner. We provide a personal service and excellent speed of response.

The Housing team forms part of the Law and Governance Division within the Chief Executives Directorate and this position is for a Housing Solicitor/Barrister. The team undertakes a wide range of housing law work, alongside drafting policies, protocols and procedures. We are seeking to recruit the post below to enhance the service offered to our clients.

Dudley MBC is a Community Council rich in history and is very focused on regeneration and reinvesting itself to meet challenges of the future, forming part of the West Midlands Combined Authority.  Legal Services continues to be accredited to Lexcel, the Law Society’s standard for excellence in Legal Practice Management and Client Care.

Housing Solicitor/Barrister

Salary: £37,676 - £40, 454

Hours: 37

Grade: 11

Post: Permanent and full time

Location: Harbour Building, Brierley Hill

A flexible and enthusiastic individual is required to take up this post, reporting directly to the Principal Solicitor. The successful applicant will undertake a broad range of legal work related to housing law, including litigation and advocacy, and provide general advice to the Council’s Directorates. The ideal candidate should be experienced in the law relating to housing possession proceedings, anti-social behaviour injunctions and dealing with a full caseload of files (or possess transferable civil litigation skills).  Daily tasks will include drafting notices, court applications (including claims for possession and injunctions), undertaking advocacy, providing in-house legal training, and assisting in the drafting of policies, protocols and procedures.

The post-holder must possess excellent communication skills and be able to prioritise work efficiently. You will have the rare opportunity to work closely with your client department, so must be approachable and open. You must hold appropriate professional qualifications, cope well under pressure, and be prepared to work both as part of a team and on your own initiative.  Candidates with excellent civil litigation experience which is easily transferable to housing, work will also be considered.

Informal enquiries in relation to this post should be made to Richard Clark, or Jalil Karim, by telephone on 01384 815331 or 01384 815363 or by email to richard.clark@dudley.gov.uk or jalil.karim@dudley.gov.uk

Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough.

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