Newcastle | Housing Disrepair | Competitive salary and hybrid working
Are you an organised and detail oriented paralegal with a passion for housing law? This is an excellent opportunity to join a recognised, reputable firm dedicated to delivering high quality legal services in a supportive and professional environment. With flexible hybrid working arrangements and a collaborative team culture, this role offers a meaningful chance to develop your experience in housing disrepair law while contributing to impactful cases.
About the firm
The organisation is a top tier legal practice with over 30 years of experience, renowned for their commitment to excellence across areas including personal injury, clinical negligence, and housing disrepair. Recognised in legal directories such as the Legal 500, the firm prides itself on delivering trustworthy, expert advice and maintaining strong client relationships. The firm offer a vibrant and inclusive working environment, fostering career progression and development.
About the role
As a Housing Disrepair Paralegal, your responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing and checking initial claim information from clients
- Taking client calls and gathering essential case details
- Managing case files, including triage and processing
- Dealing with routine correspondence via post, email, and telephone
- Liaising with surveyors and industry experts
- Assisting team members across various aspects of case handling under supervision
- Performing administrative duties and supporting the department as needed
- Carrying out additional reasonable duties as requested by the Partners
The ideal candidate
- Experience as a Paralegal with a background in Housing Disrepair or similar practice areas
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Proficiency with electronic case management systems
- Good attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks effectively
- Understanding of client care and maintaining high levels of confidentiality
- Team-focused with excellent interpersonal skills
- Law graduate preferred but not essential
What's In It For You
- 35 hour working week, offering excellent work-life balance
- Hybrid working options
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including holiday entitlement increasing with service
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme
- Paid holiday purchase scheme and attendance bonus
- Quarterly team-building activities and staff recognition awards
- Access to employee support programmes, including helpline and wellbeing initiatives
- Opportunities for professional development within a highly regarded practice
How to apply
If you are interested in this Newcastle based housing role, please contact Chloe on 0113 467 9783 or email chloe.murphy@saccomann.com, or contact Stacy on 0113 467 9781 or email stacy.ellis@saccomann.com.
Alternatively, if you know someone who would be suitable for this role, please let us know as we offer a reward for successful referrals. For full terms, please visit our website.