Job title: Housing Solicitor
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Legal
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £55,000.00
Location: Stratford, London, UK
Job published: 2025-07-31
Job ID: 41868
Contact name: Mara Watson
Phone number: +443339962882
Contact email: m.watson@h-fts.com

Job Description

Position: Housing Caseworker/Solicitor
Location: Stratford, London E15
Salary: £35,000 - £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualification level)
About the Role: Join a well-established Community Law Team with particular expertise in social welfare law, including housing & debt, community care and mental health. The team has a strong reputation for housing law and has brought significant cases over the last 10-15 years, holding Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme contracts with the Legal Aid Agency.
What We're Looking For:
  • Sound knowledge of housing law and litigation
  • Experience as a housing caseworker or solicitor
  • Ideally experience acting as a duty advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme
  • Experience of community care law (desirable)
  • Strong advocacy and client care skills
  • Commitment to social welfare law
What's On Offer:
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Work with Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme contracts
  • Opportunity to work on significant housing cases
  • Supportive team environment with strong reputation
  • Professional development in social welfare law

To Apply: Please send your CV to m.watson@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for a confidential discussion.

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