Your new company A large, mission-led housing organisation is seeking an experienced In-House Solicitor to join its legal team for the next 6 months. The organisation plays a vital role in supporting communities across London and is committed to delivering safe, secure homes and a high-quality service to residents. With ongoing organisational transformation and a focus on strengthening service delivery, this is an exciting time to join the team.Your new role You will provide high-quality legal advice on housing management matters while leading and supporting a team of four paralegals. Acting as a trusted adviser to operational colleagues, you''ll help manage legal risk and ensure cases are handled effectively.Your key responsibilities will include: Managing your own caseload of housing litigation matters (possession, ASB, disrepair, injunctions, tenancy breaches, leasehold issues, fraud, subletting and rent/service charge recovery)Preparing legal documentation, evidence bundles and internal recommendationsManaging relationships with panel solicitors and monitoring legal spendDelivering legal training and supporting improvements to legal processesRepresenting the organisation in court and at external meetings What you''ll need to succeed Qualified solicitor with substantial PQE in housing litigation. Experience gained within a housing association, local authority, or specialist social housing practice is essential.Strong, demonstrable expertise in housing litigation and disp