Housing Disrepair Solicitor / Manager

Lancashire – £40,000 - £50,000

Housing Disrepair Team Leader (Fee Earner / Manager)
Location: Bolton / Hybrid
Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience
An expanding Bolton-based law firm is seeking an experienced and driven Housing Disrepair Fee Earner / Manager to lead and strengthen its growing litigation team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive litigator with strong leadership capabilities and a proven track record in housing disrepair work to step into a high-impact role. The firm offers a supportive environment, a strong flow of cases, and the chance to drive both team performance and client satisfaction.
  
The Role:
As the Housing Disrepair Team Leader, you will manage your own caseload of litigated housing disrepair claims while leading a team of up to five fee earners. You will play a key role in the strategic growth and day-to-day management of the department, ensuring a high standard of legal service, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a personal caseload of approximately 60 litigated housing disrepair files, from instruction through to settlement.
• Supervising a team of fee earners, offering hands-on guidance, mentoring, and regular performance reviews.
• Overseeing and driving case progression, ensuring team members meet deadlines, comply with protocols, and deliver strong outcomes for clients.
• Conducting technical file reviews and providing training where required to enhance the team’s legal and procedural knowledge.
• Ensuring full compliance with the Civil Procedure Rules, internal policies, and SRA regulations.
• Liaising with surveyors, counsel, and external stakeholders to ensure efficient resolution of claims.
• Supporting the wider goals of the firm by contributing to department targets and identifying areas for improvement or expansion.
• Promoting a collaborative, client-focused culture that prioritises quality and results.
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What We’re Looking For:

• Ideally 5+ years’ PQE with a strong background in Housing Disrepair and civil litigation.
• Previous leadership experience, with the ability to manage, develop, and inspire a small legal team.
• Solid understanding of the Pre-Action Protocol for Housing Disrepair Claims and litigation strategy.
• Strong technical and procedural knowledge, with confidence handling files through to trial where necessary.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to handle competing demands in a high-volume setting.
• A commercial and strategic mindset, aligned with the firm’s long-term growth objectives.
• Clear communication skills and a supportive approach to supervision and client care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior fee earner looking to make a step up, or for an established team leader seeking a fresh challenge in a growing and ambitious firm. If you're looking for autonomy, influence, and genuine progression, apply today or contact ashley@douglas-scott.co.uk / 07537 156 394 for a confidential chat.