Paralegal (Housing)

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal (Housing) to join our clients legal team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal environment, supporting solicitors in housing and litigation matters while also providing administrative assistance across HR and governance functions.

This position is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in housing law, excellent IT and organisational skills, and a proactive approach to legal and administrative work.

• Paralegal (Housing)
• Public Sector - Local Authority
• Permanent
• Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm with 1 hour lunch break
• 30,000 per annum
• Hybrid Working - 1 to 2 days per week in Barking, IG11
• Closing Date for Applications: Friday 23rd May 2025

• Assist solicitors with a range of housing-related legal matters, including disrepair, anti-social behaviour, unlawful occupation, tenancy fraud, and rent recovery.
• Prepare and file court bundles; attend court proceedings as required.
• Conduct legal research and maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing legislation and case law.
• Support the legal team in maintaining accurate case files and performance data.
• Provide administrative support to HR and governance teams, including document management and data reporting.
• Contribute to the development of internal systems for monitoring KPIs and legal service delivery.

Essential:

• Completion of the Legal Practice Course (LPC) or equivalent legal/advice sector experience.
• Demonstrable knowledge of housing law.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable:

• Experience working with solicitor case files and time recording.
• Familiarity with SharePoint and data reporting tools.

• Generous pension scheme
• Private healthcare plan
• Subsidised parking
• 30 days paid annual leave
• Hybrid working model (1-2 days in-office per week)
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

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