Housing Solicitor 1+ PQE

Hodge Jones & Allen Solicitors is a firm committed to social justice, we are looking for a passionate and dedicated Housing Solicitor with over 1 year of post-qualification experience to join our esteemed Housing team.

The successful candidate will be joining a well-established and growing department with a national reputation.  They will be proactive and dedicated to delivering excellent client care.  They will also have the ability to manage a busy and varied workload, working independently and as part of a team. 

Our Housing department is renowned for its dedication to fighting for the rights of tenants, and we take pride in our client-focused approach. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your legal career within a supportive environment that values teamwork and professional growth.

Operating from our modern Central London premises, Hodge Jones & Allen offers a collaborative working atmosphere with excellent training, IT facilities, and opportunities for career advancement.

The ideal candidate will have experience of working with cases under legal aid, CFA and private work, particularly on disrepair claims, homelessness appeals, possession claims and housing-related judicial review challenges. 

A commitment to social justice, a proactive approach to client care, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are essential attributes for this role.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, work–life balance and professional development, including:

• Generous annual leave (22–27 days depending on role), plus Christmas shutdown and additional birthday leave
• Extra paid leave for volunteering, moving house and study
• Long service recognition leave at 10, 15 and 20 years
• Pension scheme (3% employer contribution, 5% employee, with salary sacrifice option)
• Life assurance (2x salary) and Group Income Protection (up to state pension age)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (subject to qualifying service)
• Wellbeing support, including Mental Health Champions, First Aiders and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work scheme and season ticket loan (post-probation)
• Employee referral bonus scheme
• Discounted legal services and access to an extensive Employee Benefits Portal (gym membership, health plans, private medical insurance, dental, cinema and retail discounts)
• Eye care contributions
• Complimentary office fruit deliveries twice weekly
• On-site social space with pool table and subsidised bar