Job Description
Housing Solicitor
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£Competitive | Hybrid working | East London
This is an opportunity to join a housing provider at a genuinely interesting stage of its growth.
BD Reside works closely with the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham to deliver high-quality, affordable housing and support the borough’s wider regeneration ambitions.
The organisation plays a key role in shaping sustainable communities across East London, improving housing standards and delivering long-term social and economic impact for local residents.
Reside manages a diverse portfolio of affordable, intermediate and market-rent homes and is entering a significant period of expansion and transformation. For a housing solicitor who enjoys varied work, autonomy and regular advocacy, this offers the chance to have a visible impact within a collaborative and well-connected organisation.
The role
- Manage a broad caseload of housing litigation and advisory matters
Represent the organisation in court hearings
Advise stakeholders on housing management issues
Draft and review tenancy agreements
Support a paralegal and contribute to the wider legal function
What stands out about this opportunity
- Sensible caseloads with a strong emphasis on quality over volume
Regular advocacy and genuine ownership of files
A close-knit, approachable team environment
The chance to work closely with operational and leadership teams
Exposure to a growing and evolving housing portfolio
Hybrid working, typically involving around one day per week in the office or at court
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About you
- 2+ years’ PQE in housing law
Confidence managing your own caseload independently
Advocacy experience, or an interest in developing this further
A pragmatic and commercially aware approach
Experience handling landlord and tenant matters including arrears, ASB and disrepair
Package
30 days annual leave
Competitive pension
Health insurance
Free parking
Hybrid working flexibility