Principal Housing Lawyer

I'm currently working with a Local Authority in Essex seeking an experienced Principal Housing Lawyer to support their Housing & Property team. Location: Essex (Hybrid, 3 days office/court attendance) Rate: £60-65 per hour Contract: Full-time, Interim (36 hours per week) The role will involve providing legal advice and representation across a broad range of housing matters, including: Homelessness and housing allocations Tenancy management, possession proceedings and evictions Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) matters and injunctions Housing disrepair claims Housing litigation and judicial reviews Policy advice and legal risk managementYou will manage a varied caseload, draft legal documentation, support key stakeholders, and conduct or oversee advocacy where required. Key requirements: Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Strong housing law experience, ideally within local government or social housing Advocacy experience in County Court and/or Magistrates' Court Experience handling landlord and tenant matters, ASB, possession proceedings and housing litigation Good knowledge of housing legislation and Civil Procedure RulesIf you'd be interested in hearing more, please get in touch and I'd be happy to discuss the opportunity further. (phone number removed) (url removed) The Oyster Partnership Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Proof of eligibility will be requested before any offer is confirmed. By applying, you consent to processing your personal data in accordance with UK GDPR and our Privacy Policy, for the purposes of this recruitment process only. Your data will be held securely and not shared with third parties without consent