Legal Counsel Property and Housing Hybrid UK-based We''re partnering with a large, values-driven organisation operating at scale within the UK housing and property sector, to appoint a Legal Counsel into its established in-house legal team. This is a broad and impactful role offering the opportunity to deliver high-quality, customer-focused legal advice, manage a diverse caseload, and contribute strategically to organisational objectives. You''ll work closely with senior colleagues across the business, supervise others within the legal function, and play a hands-on role across asset management, shared ownership, tenancy management and property development matters. The role As Legal Counsel, you''ll deliver practical, solutions-focused legal advice while managing your own caseload and supporting the wider legal team. You''ll also have scope to influence processes, develop people, and help improve how legal services are delivered across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Case ManagementHandle housing disrepair matters, including pre-action protocol claims, court cases, counterclaims, and settlement talks.Draft and review legal documents, witness statements, disclosure documents, expert instructions, and settlement agreements.Represent the organisation in County Court when needed, including at directions hearings, mediations, and settlement discussions.Work with external solicitors, counsel, and insurers when required. Leadership and Internal Cooperation Lead a small team