Job Description

About Sage Homes

Sage Homes is an innovative Blackstone and Regis business addressing the housing crisis in England by making good homes affordable for people across the country who need them.



Since 2017 we have delivered around 17,000 new homes across affordable rent, shared ownership and social rent for individuals and families. In 2021 Sage Homes became the largest provider of new affordable housing in England,and we continue to deliver high quality affordable homes across the country.



We have invested more than 3 billion into high-quality affordable housing. Our entrepreneurial spirit combined with our technical expertise has got us to where we are today and will enable future sustainable growth.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated qualified Solicitor to lead our dynamic team of paralegals. This is a fantastic opportunity for a legal professional with a strong background in housing law and residential conveyancing, particularly in shared ownership schemes, to take on a leadership role and make a meaningful impact.



You will manage a team handling a broad spectrum of residential property matters including shared ownership sales, leasehold purchases, staircasing, and resales. Your expertise will ensure high standards of legal service delivery, compliance, and client satisfaction.



This role is a fixed term contract, based in our London office (Covent Garden) with hybrid working arrangements of 3 days in the office and 2 days from home, if required.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Management:

Lead and mentor a team fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Oversee daily operations and ensure timely completion of shared ownership and conveyancing matters. Support professional development and training of junior team members.

Legal Oversight:

Provide expert legal advice on shared ownership, leasehold transactions, staircasing, and resales. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and Homes England guidelines. Resolve complex legal issues and deliver clear, actionable guidance to internal stakeholders.

Compliance & Regulation:

Maintain adherence to AML regulations and other statutory obligations. Update internal policies and procedures in line with legal and regulatory developments.

Client Interaction:

Prepare and present legal documentation to internal and external clients. Deliver training sessions and legal updates across departments.

About you

Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales. Ideally, we seek candidates with 6 years' PQE. However, we are open to considering all candidates who can demonstrate the necessary skills for this role. Post qualified experience in housing law and residential conveyancing. Proven leadership experience and ability to manage a legal team. Strong communication skills with a keen eye for detail. Ability to handle complex cases and provide strategic legal advice. Flexible and proactive approach to work. In-depth knowledge of shared ownership schemes, housing management, and conveyancing processes.

We are committed to ensuring you have the best career here at Sage. As well as regular support and guidance from your manager you can expect to receive a variety of learning and development opportunities to support you as you grow within our business. This includes internally and externally delivered development programmes and opportunities to study for professional accreditations and qualifications.

Culture and benefits:

At Sage Homes, we want to empower diverse, ambitious people to thrive. We are fast-paced and inclusive, and encourage our people to use their passion, curiosity and inventiveness to help us create safe places for our customers to flourish.



To make sure our colleagues feel welcome and cared for, we provide a suite of excellent benefits, including:


25 days holiday, and an additional day for every year's service (up to five years) Annual discretionary bonus scheme A health cash plan, with financial support for a range of options including physiotherapy, opticians, dental and private online GP sessions Study support package, helping you achieve your personal and professional development ambitions Workplace Pension - matching personal contributions up to 5% Cycle to Work scheme, helping you save up to 40% on a new bike and accessories Electric car scheme, enabling you to rent a brand-new electric car at low-cost payments Wellbeing support through MyndUp Two days' paid volunteering leave a year, allowing you to support causes you care about Charity fundraising support, with match-funding up to 1,000 for good causes

We believe that investing in our people is key to our success. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance, ensuring you feel valued and empowered to make a difference every day