Enforcement/Litigation Officer

Litigation/Enforcement Officer
Southwark
£21+ per hour
Full Time Contract

Novax Recruitment is actively seeking a Litigation and Enforcement Officer based in Southwark. This is a contract role with scope for extensions and a possible permanent position at the end of contract.

The job:

Responsible for assisting in initiating legal action against leaseholders and freeholders for the recovery of both capital and revenue service charge debt and also be responsible for preparing the client's case for presentation to the First-Tier Tribunal (FTT).
To represent the client in both FTT's and the County Court. In addition, to give advice and assistance to other members of the Home Ownership and staff in Area Housing Offices on leasehold and freehold matters where enforcement/litigation concerning any breach of the terms of the lease or freehold transfer is envisaged.
To assist the Enforcement Manager and Senior Enforcement Officer with issues relating to leasehold and freehold enforcement, preparation of all necessary evidence and documentation to support the Council's case when taking legal action for the recovery of service charges, or defending the Council's position when a leasehold or freehold matter has been referred to the Court or the FTT.
Responsible for negotiating and concluding contractual arrangements and agreements with leaseholders, freeholders, solicitors, barristers and external agencies with regard to the payment of service charges.
To manage a large portfolio of legal casework in Home Ownership Service.The candidate:

Experience dealing with litigation matters relating to freehold/leasehold and service charges, including collections and recovery of service charge.
Experience working in a legal role and environment
Experience of preparing court bundles/paperwork and presenting at court for FTT.
Public Sector experience desiredOur client can offer hybrid working for this position.

How to apply:

Please submit your application via the contact details provided and you will be contacted with further information about this opportunity or email your CV to me directly; or call me on; (phone number removed)