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🥝 Principal Lawyer Litigation and Housing

Kirklees Metropolitan Council | west yorkshire, United-Kingdom | Posted June 30, 2026

Job Description

We are looking fortwo enthusiastic, hardworking lawyers to take on leadership roles within ourLitigation and Housing Team .

Each role has a distinct focus:

  • In one role focus is on civil litigation, much of it housing‑related. There is also scope to develop your skills across other areas handled by the team, including commercial and property litigation, public law, education, employment, and wider local government matters.
  • In the other role we are particularly seeking someone with experience in public sector housing law, including advising on housing policy and procedures, and conducting or overseeing housing‑related litigation. There is also scope to develop skills in the other areas covered by the team.

The Team

You will join a team of experienced lawyers, legal officers and paralegals, supported by a dedicated business support team.

Development and Progression

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