Housing Solicitor
- Wales
- £50,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Full Time
- Permanent
- Posted 7 hours ago
Location: Barry, South Wales
Salary: Up to £50,000 (DOE)
Working Arrangement: Office-based with hybrid working optionsAbout the Role
A leading, award-winning firm with a strong reputation in landlord and tenant law is seeking a Housing Solicitor or experienced Paralegal to join their friendly and supportive Barry-based team. Recognised nationally for excellence, this firm has won over 20 awards for Wales and South England and prides itself on providing exceptional client care. With a close-knit, well established team in their Barry office, the environment is collaborative, professional, and people-focused, making it an ideal place to develop your career in housing law.This is a newly created position, offering the opportunity to make a real impact while benefiting from full support, training, and potential sponsorship for qualification for the right candidate.You will be handling a varied and rewarding caseload, including:
- Advising clients on landlord and tenant matters, including the validity of notices.
- Providing guidance on Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).
- Handling injunctions relating to access and anti-social behaviour.
- Advising both private rental and social tenants.
- Managing rent repayment orders and disrepair claims.
- Dealing with harassment and unlawful eviction claims.
- Enforcing orders against tenants or landlords.
- Handling trespass claims, High Court enforcement, and bailiff instructions.
- Advising on company let agreements.
- Be a qualified solicitor, legal executive, or experienced housing paralegal.
- Have strong experience in landlord and tenant law.
- Be confident in advising clients clearly and professionally, both in person and over the phone.
- Be precise, reliable, and able to follow firm policies and procedures.
- Enjoy working in a collaborative team environment.
- Have excellent drafting skills and be confident representing clients in closed court if required.
- Salary up to £50,000, dependent on experience.
- Support and funding for qualification (if applicable).
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- A genuinely friendly and supportive team environment.
- Career progression and promotion opportunities.
- Access to training, resources, and mentoring to help you thrive.