Housing Disrepair Fee Earner - Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment : Job Details

Housing Disrepair Solicitor / Fee EarnerLocation: Liverpool – Hybrid working offeredSalary: £31,000 – £41,000 + Bonus (DOE)Due to continued growth, my client is on the lookout for experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitors / Fee Earners to join their expanding team. With multiple positions available, this is a brilliant opportunity to be part of a supportive, high-performing law firm that genuinely values its people.This isn’t a typical legal role – flexible working, real progression opportunities, and an excellent benefits package make this a great move for anyone looking to build a long-term career in housing litigation.What’s in it for you?Employees enjoy a friendly, down-to-earth environment, great training, and a strong focus on internal progression. The firm has been specialising in housing litigation for almost 40 years and continues to grow from strength to strength.Highlights include:

• Competitive salary + annual bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Day off for your birthday
• Flexible start and finish times
• Hybrid working – city centre offices plus home working
• Annual salary review
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Casual dress code
• Death in service benefit (4x salary)
• Company sick pay
• Access to award-winning Employee Assistance Programme
• Subsidised gym membership

The role:You’ll manage a caseload of both pre- and post-litigated housing disrepair claims brought under Sections 9A and 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. The work is varied, meaningful, and gives you the chance to make a real difference to people living in poor housing conditions.Day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Managing a caseload from inception to conclusion
• Drafting Letters of Claim and issuing court proceedings
• Reviewing housing records and surveyor reports
• Negotiating settlements and attending mediations
• Liaising with counsel and communicating with clients
• Using Proclaim case management software
• Collaborating with the wider team and supporting business objectives

What you’ll need to succeed:This is ideal for someone with solid housing disrepair experience or a strong background in civil litigation (10+ years), looking for a new challenge. My client can support various levels of experience and has successfully welcomed candidates from other fast-paced litigation areas.Requirements:

• Housing Disrepair experience essential (or significant civil litigation experience)
• Able to bill at Grade B or above
• Proclaim or similar case management system experience
• Confident in managing and litigating your own caseload
• Strong communication, organisation, and time management skills
• Degree-level education preferred; ILEX / FILEX also welcome

If you’re looking to join a firm where you’ll be genuinely valued, supported, and rewarded, this is not one to miss.