Lawyer – Housing (PO4 - PO5)
London Borough of Lambeth
Who You Are
You are an experienced housing lawyer with a thorough and up-to-date knowledge of all aspects of housing and local government law. You have at least two years of post-qualification experience working in contentious housing law, including relevant advocacy, preferably in a local government setting. You excel in negotiation, collaboration, written and oral communication, and have the ability to analyze and evaluate information effectively.
What the job involves
This role involves supporting the Principal Housing Lawyer and Business Manager in providing cost-effective, high-quality legal advice concerning housing-related issues. You will be responsible for undertaking various legal tasks, such as preparing pleadings, providing advice and representation in courts, Tribunals, and Inquiries, and writing reports for committees. You will stay informed on legislative changes and maintain effective client relationships. In addition, you will contribute to recruitment activities, supervise trainees, and participate in corporate projects and initiatives. Carrying out your duties will require adherence to the Council's policies, orders, codes of practice, financial regulations, and equal opportunities policies.
Skills
- Thorough knowledge of housing and local government law
- Contentious housing law expertise
- Effective negotiation skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Proficiency in written and oral communication
- Strong analytical and evaluation skills
- Political awareness
- Resilience and professionalism
- Results-oriented and ownership-taking
- Diversity promotion