Housing Paralegal

An award-winning, top-tier law firm is seeking a Housing & Public Law Paralegal to join its London office. This is an excellent opportunity for a Housing & Public Law Paralegal to gain hands-on experience within a highly regarded team, working on complex and meaningful cases while developing a long-term legal career. The role offers Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) for candidates qualifying through the SQE route, with the potential to progress to a Training Contract. The successful Housing & Public Law Paralegal will join a leading multidisciplinary law firm recognised for its work across housing, public law and civil liberties. The team acts for individuals, charities, NGOs and public figures, offering high-quality work, excellent mentoring and genuine career progression. As the Housing & Public Law Paralegal you will support solicitors across a varied caseload of housing and public law matters.

Responsibilities

Supporting solicitors across a varied caseload of housing and public law matters; Assisting with case preparation and legal research; Reviewing and managing case documentation and evidence; Completing legal aid and funding applications; Liaising with clients, witnesses and third parties; Attending court hearings and conferences; Supporting billing and financial administration; Managing case files and ensuring deadlines are met; Providing general legal and administrative support to the team

Requirements

Motivated and organised individual with a genuine interest in Housing and Public Law; Law degree or postgraduate legal qualification; Strong legal research and document analysis skills; Excellent communication and organisational skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Proactive approach with strong attention to detail; Excellent client care and administrative skills

Nice to have

Previous legal experience, particularly within Housing or Public Law

Benefits

Qualifying Work Experience (SQE); Opportunity to progress to a Training Contract; High-quality housing and public law work; Excellent mentoring; Ongoing training and development; Supportive and collaborative team environment; Genuine long-term career progression