Principal Legal Officer (Housing Disrepair)

SALARY PO6 - £43,857.00 - £46,845.00

HOURS 37

CONTRACT TYPE Permanent

CLOSES Sunday 28 Feburary 2021 11.30 PM

JOB REF req3913

Leeds City Council is a progressive authority which works closely with local communities and businesses to create a vibrant and economically thriving city.

The post holder will be required to carry out work within the Civil Litigation, Resources and Housing section, in the area of Housing Disrepair. The section solely covers the defence of Housing Disrepair claims against the Council as its area of work but it would be desirable if a candidate would also have a broader experience of Housing Law.

The successful candidate will be a solicitor or barrister entitled to hold a practising certificate or FCILEx who will work in a lively and busy team of lawyers involved in a stimulating, challenging and rewarding environment.

It is essential that the successful candidate has extensive experience of Housing Disrepair litigated matters, good interpersonal skills, is able to prioritise their own workload, act as an advocate in complex contested hearings and work to tight court deadlines. They must be able to work as part of a team and be flexible, enthusiastic and committed.

The posts attract local authority benefits including: access to West Yorkshire Pension Scheme; generous annual leave entitlement; training and development; flexible working, including working from home.

To apply for this position, please visit the Leeds City Council jobs site: https://leeds.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/3913?c=leeds

We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds. Leeds City Council is a Stonewall Top 100 employer, a Mindful employer and a Disability Confident employer.

All new Leeds City Council appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period.