Who You Are You are a seasoned legal professional with extensive knowledge in housing and local authority law, bringing substantial experience as a barrister, solicitor, or legal executive. You possess strong management skills, demonstrated through your experience leading a team in housing litigation. Your competencies include excellent leadership and motivational skills, the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and a strategic mindset capable of planning for the long term. You have a knack for building effective partnerships, making sound decisions, and a keen understanding of political and diversity dynamics within a council environment. Your capability to delegate tasks effectively and monitor progress ensures smooth and efficient service delivery. What the Job Involves As a Senior Housing Lawyer - Litigation, you will deliver high-quality, cost-effective legal advice in housing law and litigation to the Council, ensuring they operate within their legal powers. You are tasked with managing the housing law and litigation team, overseeing staff, and providing training and briefings to senior managers on legal developments. Your role includes representing the Council in legal proceedings, liaising with the Housing Department to develop corporate policies, and working with external legal service providers. You will monitor and report on performance and costs, support corporate projects, and ensure legal advice aligns with Council strategies and policies. Active management of a caseload in housing litigation, including homelessness and general litigation, is essential, as is cultivating positive professional relationships across the Council and with external partners.