Head of Department - Housing Disrepair

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd; Macclesfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitor or existing Head of Department to join my clients team in their Macclesfield, Cheshire offices.

This role would be suited for an experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitor or Litigation Specialist looking for a new challenge. My client is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Head of Housing Disrepair to lead and expand their department.

The Role

• Extensive experience in housing disrepair litigation.
• Lead and manage a team of 4 housing disrepair specialists.
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for team growth and development.
• Work closely with senior management to develop and implement processes.
• Oversee housing disrepair claims from inception to settlement.
• Proven ability to manage litigated files and navigate the legal process.
• Handle litigated cases and provide strategic guidance.

Skills/Competencies

• A complete case handler mindful of statutory legislation and relevant case law.
• Be able to work with minimal supervision when required.
• An ability to work as a team.
• A proven billing record.
• Ability to keep calm and deliver results in a performance-driven environment.
• A proven history in litigation.
• Be IT literate, including knowledge of using case management software, ideally Proclaim.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines, effective organisation and time management skills.
• An ability to deliver excellent legal advice while maintaining client care standards.
• A working knowledge of compliance issues and relevant codes of conduct and accounts rules.

Salary/Benefits

• Competitive Salary.
• Hybrid working for the right candidate.
• 31 days inclusive of bank holidays annual leave (increases with length of service).
• Pension.
• Private Medical Insurance.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.