Solicitor (Housing Disrepair)

Forbes Solicitors are looking for a Solicitor to join our award-winning Insurance team based at our Leeds office.

This is a full-time role working 36.25 hours per week, Monday- Friday, 9am until 5pm. Hybrid working arrangements may be available depending on operational requirements.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitor to join our Insurance Team and progress in their current career and bring their current skills and knowledge to a collaborative and professional team.

Whilst the role will be working to the fast-paced, customer focused and high standards of a law firm, the role will also provide a sustainable work-life balance and relate to the regional area in which it is based.

The role will be responsible for delivering successful outcomes such as :

• Handling a varied case load of Housing Disrepair matters primarily consisting of pre litigated and litigated complex housing disrepair claims including counter claims in possession proceedings


• Provision of written and verbal advice in litigated and non-litigated matters;


• Communications with client, opponents, Courts / Tribunals and third parties to progress files;


• Contributing to business development including, presentations and training events, articles / newsletters, Chambers & Legal 500 submissions, etc.


• Provision and supervision of value-added services e.g. client helpline calls / emails, legal surgeries, briefing notes etc.


• Supporting the Head of Department, Partners and other advisors on their own cases, and the delivery of the departmental strategy and business objectives;


• Management, supervision, training, coaching, and mentoring of (and delegation of work to) Solicitors and Paralegals to facilitate the achievement of their business objectives and professional development goals;


• Ensuring compliance with internal and external business requirements including ISO : 9001 quality control, SRA Principles / Code of Conduct, Court & Tribunal deadlines;


• Monitoring and reporting on own financial and business performance, and of colleagues under the Partners management / supervision responsibilities, to deliver work in a profitable manner;


• Contributing towards internal continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge sharing;


• Inter-departmental support and collaboration on joint files, projects, and events;


• Contributing to the development of the departmental business plan;


• Building positive relationships with current / prospective clients and enhancing the firm's profile, to drive business growth
  
  qualified Solicitor (or CILEX equivalent) NQ up to 4 years PQE;


• previous housing disrepair experience and knowledge is essential;


• previous housing / insurance litigation experience;


• proven experience of handling own caseload, working to and managing deadlines, alongside the Capability to generate fees in accordance with agreed targets;


• have strong presentation and client handling skills and be commercially astute;


• good knowledge of IT systems, including, Word, Outlook and case management systems;


• good organisational and communication skills;


• have the ability to work unsupervised and good self-motivation skills;


• have the ability to supervise and manage others effectively;


• have the ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team and be reliable and enthusiastic;


• have excellent attention to detail;


• align with the Firms values.
  
  Forbes Solicitors offer the full range of legal services to individuals, commercial clients and a number of specialist sectors where we excel nationally.


We have offices across the North, and although our roots are firmly based in Lancashire, we do have a national client base.

Our clients tell us that we stand out from other firms. We are real people who are passionate about getting the best results.

Working together and listening to our clients, we provide genuine and practical advice.

We are committed to being supporting organisation that keeps the people at the focus and therefore we offer a range of additional benefits including :

• 33 Days Annual Leave, including bank holidays;


• Remote Working;


• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (Subject to T&Cs);


• Celebration Leave;


• Ongoing Training and Development;


• Progression Opportunities;


• Company Pension;


• Service Awards;


• Health Care Benefits (Health Cash Back Plan and Mental Health Counselling Services);


• Other Employee Discounts;


• Recruitment and Legal Department Referrals (Subject to T&C's);


• Annual Events.