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Voids and Legal Disrepair Assistant
Job in
Brixton, Brixton/ Streatham/ Lambeth, Greater London, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-27
Listing for:
Build Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-27
Job specializations:
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Administrative/Clerical
Legal Secretary
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Voids & Legal Disrepair Assistant
Location:
Brixton (local area)
Salary: £27,000 per annum
Contract:
Full-time
Sector:
Local Authority / Housing Services
A large local authority based near Brixton is seeking a reliable and organised Voids & Legal Disrepair Assistant to support its Housing and Property Services team. This role plays a key part in ensuring empty properties are returned to use quickly and legal disrepair cases are managed efficiently and compliantly.
Key Responsibilities
Support the management of void properties, assisting with inspections, work orders, and progress tracking
Provide administrative support on legal disrepair cases, including logging cases, maintaining records, and monitoring timescales
Liaise with contractors, surveyors, legal teams, and internal departments to ensure timely completion of works
Update housing and repairs systems accurately and in a timely manner
Assist with monitoring performance, costs, and service level agreements
Respond to enquiries from residents, contractors, and internal stakeholders in a professional manner
Ensure compliance with local authority policies, procedures, and health & safety requirements
Skills & Experience Required
Experience in a housing, repairs, voids, or property services environment (local authority or housing association preferred)
Strong administrative and organisational skills with good attention to detail
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office and housing management systems
Good communication skills and the ability to work with a range of stakeholders
Understanding of voids processes and/or legal disrepair is desirable but not essential
What’s on Offer
Salary of £27,000 per annum
Opportunity to work within a large, established local authority
A varied role with exposure to housing, repairs, and legal processes
Supportive team environment and development opportunities
Local authority benefits package
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