EPA Solicitor (Housing)

Job: EPA Solicitor (Housing)

Area: Manchester

Salary: £ competitive, generous remuneration package depending on experience

Permanent, Full-Time

Immediate Start

Exceptional opportunity at one of the largest housing disrepair solicitors in the country. This is an excellent opportunity to make your marke at an ethical law firm. Our client specialises in housing litigation  and to date have recovered over £100million for their clients.  They are seeking an EPA solicitor with at least 3+ years PQE and be either an experienced criminal solicitor or have experience of running volume caseloads. This role can encompass hybrid working, with the successful candidate’s time being split upto 50/50 between office and homeworking.

Candidate MUST:

• Qualified Criminal solicitor, with at least 3 years PQE
• The ability to prepare private prosecutions under the 1990 Environmental Protection Act in the Magistrates Courts.
• To manage Statutory Nuisance prosecutions under the 1990 Environmental Protection Act
• To prepare files for hearings and trials
• To instruct advocates/counsel to attend hearings. Skills Required:
• A qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a working knowledge of the Criminal Procedure Rules or a qualified solicitor with experience of running a volume caseload with the desire to re-train in a new field.
• An excellent communicator.
• Confident and dynamic, with a desire to succeed.
• IT literate.
• Case Management Systems (Proclaim is used)

Benefits:

• Competitive basic salary based upon experience
• Outstanding, uncapped bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays and your birthday
• 6% contributory pension
• Possibility to build team under you for high performing candidates
• Regular on-the-job training
• Working for one of the most respected firms in the field
• Excellent opportunity for career progression
• Office Equipment will be provided if needed

If you are interested in this role, don’t hesitate to get in touch for a confidential