Central Liverpool - L500 Head of Department Role - Housing Disrepair Litigation Solicitor - #2100251

Head of Department vacancy within a L500-listed firm in Liverpool, based out of their office in the city’s beating heart.

1. Direct influence on the future of an already thriving department.
2. Build up a following in the middle of a major port city.
3. Take junior colleagues under your wing, serving as a mentor.

Their areas of expertise include Credit Hire, Personal Injury, including Complex Injury, Clinical and Professional Negligence, Housing Disrepair, Group Action Claims and Public Inquiries.
A pillar of their growth as a business is to be driven by the success of their people. They have a proven track record of fostering a positive, collaborative work environment where everyone can contribute to the firm’s shared success. With exceptional support at every turn, every employee is empowered to reach their full potential.

Is it the right opportunity for me?
The role needs someone who is passionate about:

1. The work they do
2. The service they provide
3. Getting the best results for their clients
4. Leading/developing a successful, strong team of litigators.

You will be leading a team specialised in pre and post litigated housing disrepair matters you’re likely familiar with, such as:

• Unstable building
• Damp / mould issues
• Poor ventilation
• No hot water / heating
• Drainage and sanitation issues
• Roof leaks
• Electrical hazards
• Blown (misty) double glazed units

Experience in areas of Personal Injury with crossover will be incredibly advantageous in this role.
If you have got drive, determination, ambition, and are looking for a stimulating working environment, then we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities include:
· Managing capacity and ensuring workloads are distributed evenly across the team.
· Support, develop and motivate the team through holding regular 1-2-1’s and meetings.
· Ensuring that a high-level quality of service is always provided.
· Be a keen face/ambassador for the firm’s values
· Ability to work to deadlines/targets and to prioritise a varied caseload.

About You:
· Qualified Solicitor, minimum 5+ years PQE
· Demonstrable expertise in Housing Disrepair and Civil Litigation
· Proven experience of leading and supervising litigation
· Ability to positively motivate and support team members
· Target driven whilst maintaining exceptional client care
· Confident when working to targets
· Excellent telephone manner and communication skills
· Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills
· Excellent technical knowledge of the CPR and Housing Conditions case law
· Ability to provide a high level of client care.
· Ability to work efficiently and effectively, as part of a team and using one’s own initiative.

What they offer in return:
An office working environment with fantastic facilities, in the heart of Liverpool City Centre, with excellent travel links all around.
· 32 days’ holiday (including bank holidays).
· Income protection, dental plan, critical illness cover, dental plan & death in service cover
· Employee Assistant Programme.
· Workplace pension scheme.
· Free onsite weekly classes and well-being programmes.
· Discounted onsite Restaurant, Coffee Shop / Café.
· Secure bike storage.
· The opportunity to develop a rewarding and successful career with a wonderful Law firm