Litigation Paralegal - Housing Litigation
North Manchester
Salary: £28,000
Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity
A well-established and growing legal practice in North Manchester is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join its busy Housing Litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with at least 12 months' file handling experience to further develop their career within a supportive and fast-paced environment.

You will work closely with experienced solicitors on a varied caseload, gaining hands-on exposure to a wide range of housing litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with and managing your own caseload of housing litigation matters under supervision
• Handling possession proceedings (including Section 8 and Section 21 claims)
• Supporting on landlord and tenant disputes, including rent arrears and breach of tenancy
• Drafting legal documents including witness statements, pleadings, and correspondence
• Preparing court bundles and liaising with courts, clients, and third parties
• Conducting legal research and assisting with case strategy
• Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring compliance with internal procedures

Requirements:

• Minimum 12 months' experience in a litigation role, ideally with some file handling exposure
• Previous experience in housing litigation or landlord & tenant matters is highly desirable
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A proactive and commercially aware approach

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £28,000
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing team
• Hands-on experience with quality work
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Exposure to a broad range of housing litigation matters

To apply for this position please contact Millie Ebbrell @ Simpson Judge Legal today