- Location: Uckfield, East Sussex
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: £42,000 - £46,500
Join our Landlord and Tenant Litigation Department at a leading legal firm, where we handle a range of matters from standard and accelerated possession cases to complex defended proceedings. This role is ideal for a newly qualified solicitor or an experienced paralegal eager to deepen their expertise in landlord and tenant law.
Day-to-day of the role:- Assist with the day-to-day running of the department’s caseload, including contentious and defended matters.
- Undertake fee-earning work under supervision and contribute to the department's efforts.
- Gain technical experience to handle defended and complex cases, particularly those allocated to the fast track and/or multitrack.
- Draft legal documents and comply with court directions and orders.
- Work towards independently managing smaller matters and providing effective support on larger matters.
- Correspond with clients and other parties (defendants, courts, other solicitors, managing agents) as directed.
- Liaise with clients regarding the current status of cases.
- Issue possession claims using the online system and complete various court applications.
- Produce instructions to advocates and counsel, and notices seeking possession.
- Update case management information spreadsheets.
- Good knowledge of landlord and tenant law, with in-house training available for candidates without specific L&T knowledge.
- Basic understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and litigation procedures.
- Good IT skills.
- Organised and able to work independently.
- Confident in a small team environment and in dealing with clients and third parties over the phone.
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
- Creative and adaptable, ready to contribute to a new enterprise.
- Competitive salary with progression details provided after the probation period.
- Office hours from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with an early close at 5:00 pm.
- 20 days holiday plus all bank holidays, pro-rata.
- Supportive and inclusive workplace.
Please submit your up-to-date CV and a cover letter detailing your interest in the role and relevant experience to the provided email address. Ensure your application captures your enthusiasm for the legal field and your readiness to contribute to our team.
Reach out to Mark Watts at Reed Legal Recruitment for more information or an informal chat!