Overview
In-house counsel, Law/Legal Jobs in London, England, UK at IDEX CONSULTING LTD
In-House Counsel
Remote / Hybrid Options
Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.
Focus:
Housing Disrepair Litigation (Drafting)
An established national law firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEX Fellow to join their in-house legal team in a specialist drafting role. This is a rare opportunity for a litigation professional looking to step away from fee-earning or client-facing work and into a technically focused position as it would mainly be a drafting role so may suit someone looking for an almost exclusive ‘drafting only’ role within a high-performing housing litigation team.
This role offers a unique blend of flexibility, legal complexity, and professional autonomy.
The Role:
Working closely with senior legal professionals, you’ll be responsible for drafting Particulars of Claim and Replies to Defences for housing disrepair cases. You’ll support fee earners with strategic input and file assessments, helping to ensure claims are robust, compliant, and delivered to high standards. While the position is primarily drafting-focused, opportunities for advocacy may be available depending on your background and preferences.
Core Responsibilities:
Reviewing housing disrepair case files and preparing Particulars of Claim
Drafting replies to defences and counterclaims
Advising on legal strategy, risks, and procedural considerations
Collaborating with fee earners to ensure timely file turnaround
Option to take on advocacy (allocation or case management hearings)
About You:
The firm is open to candidates from various legal backgrounds, but the following profile is ideal:
Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEX Fellow – ideally with 8+ PQE
Demonstrable experience in housing disrepair litigation or broader civil litigation
Skilled in drafting pleadings and working within CPR frameworks
Strong communicator with excellent written precision and legal analysis
Confident working independently, with the ability to advise on case strategy
Proficient in legal research and up-to-date on housing law developments
Comfortable in a remote or hybrid work environment
The Offer
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Performance-based bonus scheme
Flexible working hours
Option for hybrid or fully remote working
Enhanced pension contribution
Access to a full suite of wellbeing, development, and lifestyle benefits
Supportive, forward-thinking legal team with great career potential
Get in touch for a confidential chat:
elli
Title: In-house counsel, Law/Legal
Company: IDEX CONSULTING LTD
Location: London, England, UK
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Counsel, Lawyer, Litigation, Civil Law)
