Summary: The Service Charge Legal Officer role at a London Local Authority involves managing legal enforcement actions related to service charges within the Homeownership Team. This position offers autonomy and minimal supervision, requiring the officer to handle various enforcement matters independently. The successful candidate will be expected to attend the office three times a week and engage in advocacy at tribunals. This is a unique opportunity within a team where positions are rarely available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deal with all enforcement matters, including s146 notices
• Prepare statements of cost for enforcement cases
• Issue claims for outstanding charges
• Draft legal implications for reports to committees
• Attend tribunals and undertake advocacy
• Provide legal advice, assistance and guidance to the Council's Homeownership Team

Key Skills:

• Experience dealing with service charge cases
• Ability to work independently
• Strong legal drafting skills
• Advocacy skills for tribunal attendance
• Excellent communication and advisory skills

Salary (Rate): £38

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Legal