BENEFITS AND MORE INFORMATION.

https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/
Salary Range: Salary: £44,430 - £51,663
The role
Are you ready to take the lead in driving exceptional service and financial performance within a thriving London borough? Southwark Council is seeking experienced and passionate Homeownership Litigation Officers to join our dynamic Homeownership Services team. These roles offer the opportunity to support the community residents and make a real impact in one of London’s most vibrant areas.
Your role is not just important; it’s transformative to our borough with many new developments taking place along the river Thames, residential estates at Elephant and Castle, at the former Surrey Docks at Canada Water, and through to Peckham and Camberwell.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• A chance to shape homeownership litigation strategy in a high-impact role
• Managing a portfolio of complex County Court and Legal Tribunal cases related to homeownership disputes.
• Providing expert guidance on legal enforcement and income recovery strategies
• Representing Southwark Council in First-Tier Tribunal (FTT), Upper Tribunal, and County Court proceedings
• Advising internal teams and key stakeholders on service charge legislation and case law
• Preparing all necessary case documentation and ensuring witnesses are fully briefed

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you’ll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care or have previously been in care.
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition