Head of Department – Housing Solicitor
LR Legal Recruitment · London, England ·
Job Title: Head of Department – Housing Solicitor Location: East London Salary: £75,000 + Bonuses Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent About the Role Our client, an established and growing law firm, is seeking an experienced Head of Department – Housing to lead and develop its Housing Team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Housing Solicitor or legal professional with strong leadership and business development experience. The successful candidate will oversee the department, drive growth, ensure compliance, and maintain a small personal caseload.
Key Responsibilities Lead, supervise, and develop the Housing Team. Provide technical support and mentoring to fee earners and support staff. Drive business development and generate new instructions. Build and maintain relationships with referral partners and key stakeholders.
Manage a modest caseload of housing matters. Ensure compliance with SRA, Legal Aid Agency, and internal regulatory requirements. Monitor departmental performance and support future growth. Requirements Essential Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or equivalent with significant Housing Law experience.
Proven experience managing and supervising legal teams. Strong knowledge of housing matters, including possession proceedings, homelessness, disrepair, and unlawful eviction. Experience within a Legal Aid environment. Demonstrable business development and networking skills.
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational abilities. Desirable Legal Aid Supervisor status. Established referral network within the housing sector. Experience leading or growing a Housing Department. What's on Offer?
Salary of £75,000 per annum (DOE). Opportunity to lead and grow an established Housing Department. Strategic influence within a growing law firm. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Excellent long-term career prospects.