Head of Department - Housing Solicitor

Job Title: Head of Department – Housing Solicitor

Location:East London

Salary:£85,000 per annum (DOE)

Job Type:Full-Time | Permanent

About the Role

Our client, an established and growing law firm, is seeking an experienced Head of Department – Housing to lead and develop its Housing Team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Housing Solicitor or legal professional with strong leadership and business development experience. The successful candidate will oversee the department, drive growth, ensure compliance, and maintain a small personal caseload.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and develop the Housing Team.
• Provide technical support and mentoring to fee earners and support staff.
• Drive business development and generate new instructions.
• Build and maintain relationships with referral partners and key stakeholders.
• Manage a modest caseload of housing matters.
• Ensure compliance with SRA, Legal Aid Agency, and internal regulatory requirements.
• Monitor departmental performance and support future growth.

Requirements

Essential

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or equivalent with significant Housing Law experience.
• Proven experience managing and supervising legal teams.
• Strong knowledge of housing matters, including possession proceedings, homelessness, disrepair, and unlawful eviction.
• Experience within a Legal Aid environment.
• Demonstrable business development and networking skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational abilities.

Desirable

• Legal Aid Supervisor status.
• Established referral network within the housing sector.
• Experience leading or growing a Housing Department.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £85,000 per annum (DOE).
• Opportunity to lead and grow an established Housing Department.
• Strategic influence within a growing law firm.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Excellent long-term career prospects.