Job Title: Housing Disrepair – Part 8 Fee Earner
Location: Manchester (Hybrid – 1 day office, 4 days WFH)
Salary: Up to £29,000 per year
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
A leading specialist law firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Part 8 Fee Earner to join their growing Housing Disrepair team. This role is ideal for someone who is confident in managing issued Part 8 files and ideally has experience in closing files post-settlement.
This is a hybrid position, offering the flexibility to work 4 days from home and 1 day in the office each week.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of issued Part 8 Housing Disrepair claims
- Prepare and file Part 8 proceedings and related court documents
- Progress claims efficiently through the court process
- Liaise with clients, courts, landlords, and third parties
- Ensure all steps are compliant with court rules and internal processes
- Negotiate settlements where appropriate
- Close files post-settlement in line with firm procedures
Requirements
- Experience managing Part 8 Housing Disrepair files is essential
- Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules and Housing Disrepair litigation
- Confident preparing and managing issued Part 8 claims
- Experience closing legal files is highly desirable
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills and a client-focused approach
- Able to manage workload independently in a hybrid work environment
Benefits
- Salary up to £29,000 depending on experience
- Hybrid working (1 day in Manchester office, 4 days remote)
- Supportive, close-knit team environment
- Career development opportunities
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Hybrid (4 days WFH, 1 day in office)
Work Location:
- Hybrid in Manchester, UK
Experience:
- Part 8 Housing Disrepair litigation: Required
- Legal file closing and post-settlement work: Preferred
Apply Now
If you have solid Part 8 experience and are looking for a supportive firm that values expertise and flexibility, apply today with your CV.
