Solicitor - Head of Housing Disrepair

Manchester – £46,500 - £65,000

Solicitor – Head of Housing Disrepair

Location: Manchester Spinningfields (commutable from Manchester, Liverpool, Chester)
 
Douglas Scott is delighted to partner exclusively with a dynamic firm in Manchester seeking a Solicitor with expertise in Housing Disrepair matters.
 
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of the firm and make a lasting impact on its growth and direction over the next 6, 12, and 24 months.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage Housing Disrepair cases, both pre-litigated and litigated.
  • Assist in the building and management of several HDR fee earners
  • Strategically expand and develop the firm's Housing Disrepair department.
Requirements:
  • Proven experience handling Housing Disrepair cases.
  • Visionary leadership skills and the ability to grow and develop a team.
  • A proactive approach to dealing with and drafting various interlocutory applications
  • Liaising with Counsel and providing coherent instructions when necessary.
  • Complete autonomy with instruction through to settlement
  • Dealing with complex cases
  • Dealing with small claims, fast and multitrack cases
This is a unique position for a driven individual looking to leave their mark on a thriving firm while benefiting from a supportive and ambitious environment.
 
For more information on this exclusive opportunity, contact Ryan at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment.

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Ryan McNamara

Head of North West & Yorkshire
0161 233 6360

ryan.mcnamara@douglas-scott.co.uk

Ryan joined Douglas Scott in 2018 having previously worked as a Sales Operations Manager. He specialises in Private Practice recruitment in the North West and recruits from Legal Assistant level up to Partnership level, and works with a range of small regional practices, boutique firms and larger national and international practices. Ryan works with well-established departments as well as with firms which are keen to diversify into new areas of law.

"Ryan was obviously very knowledgeable about the role I was looking for and secured an interview within 24 hours. He was helpful and keen I felt I was in good hands."

Solicitor | Wigan


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Consumer Law
  • Type: Partner / Dept Head
  • Salary: £46,500 - £65,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Manchester
  • Reference: 1119342