Social Housing Solicitor

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: Birmingham

A leading national law firm is seeking a Social Housing Solicitor to join their highly skilled Property Charging Team based in Birmingham. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to work with registered providers of social housing across the UK, handling a diverse range of property charging transactions and supporting large-scale due diligence projects. The role offers a unique blend of technical legal work and meaningful collaboration, allowing you to make a tangible difference in communities while developing your expertise in a supportive environment. With hybrid working options, generous holiday allowances, and access to excellent training programmes, this position is perfect for someone who values both professional growth and positive social impact.

What you'll do:

• Advise clients on structuring property portfolios and outline due diligence requirements tailored to various property types within the social housing sector.
• Conduct thorough due diligence processes to enable the drafting and negotiation of Certificates of Title and other essential legal documents.
• Manage complex transactions involving new build properties, older stock, ex-LSVT assets, as well as both charged and unencumbered properties.
• Identify potential issues affecting chargeability or valuation and provide practical solutions throughout each stage of the transaction process.
• Collaborate closely with junior colleagues on tasks such as mapping, property list verification, searches, planning permissions, and regulatory applications including FCA and Land Registry submissions.
• Work in partnership with the Funding Team and other specialist departments on multifaceted projects requiring cross-team coordination.

What you bring:

• At least two years' experience acting for housing associations or similar organisations within the social housing sector, which may have been gained prior to qualification.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also taking ownership of individual responsibilities when required.
• Strong drafting skills with experience preparing Certificates of Title and associated legal documentation for property transactions.
• Comprehensive technical knowledge regarding mortgagee exclusion provisions and related aspects of property law.
• Excellent communication skills enabling you to advise clients effectively and negotiate transactions with counterparts in a clear, empathetic manner.
• Demonstrated capacity to build strong client relationships through delivering informative workshops and providing ongoing support.
• Ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously with minimal supervision while upholding high standards of accuracy.
• Willingness to mentor junior team members over time, contributing positively to team development and culture.
• A commitment to upholding values of equality, diversity, and inclusion within the workplace.

What sets this company apart:

This firm stands out for its unwavering dedication to making a positive impact on society through its legal practice. For over half a century, it has combined market-leading expertise with a deep-rooted commitment to improving lives, communities, and society at large. The culture here is defined by shared values - people are drawn together by a collective vision for meaningful change rather than just commercial success. Employees benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements that promote work-life balance alongside generous annual leave entitlements - including special gift days at Christmas - and three additional days each year dedicated exclusively to volunteering for social purpose initiatives.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Social Housing Solicitor while making a real difference in communities across the UK, we encourage you to apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided or email your CV to

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