£52,413 - £54,495 per annum

We are looking for a Senior Solicitor to join the Housing and Neighbourhood Nuisance Team (Legal). One of the important functions of the team is provide legal support to Manchester and Salford Councils in respect of all aspects of Social
Housing Law including:
•    Housing Management
•    Remedies for anti social behaviour including injunctions, possession and closure orders
•    Legal challenges to homelessness decisions including Judicial Review and Appeals
•    Advice and Representation in the County Court and Magistrates Court

Flexibility will be required to be on paid standby out of hours duty - Monday to Friday for phone calls and Saturday to cover arrests, on a rota basis (usually every six weeks).

We offer our lawyers flexible start and finish times with an effective hybrid working-practice model. There’s opportunity for development and variety thanks to the way our teams practise in our Lexcel-accredited and supported legal service.

About the Candidate
You will be knowledgeable and enthusiastic about Social Housing law. You will be self motivated to expand your knowledge to meet client needs and to work as part of a team. We are seeking someone who is focused and has an ability to identify the important legal and evidential issues and has essential ability to communicate complex legal issues to client officers. You will be a persuasive advocate. 

Experience in local government or as an inhouse lawyer is desirable.

For more information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below. 

Closing date: 3 April 2026