Residential Property Paralegal

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal to join the firm's Northwood office on an initial six-month fixed-term contract. This role will provide vital support to fee earners across multiple practice areas, with a particular focus on assisting the Residential Conveyancing team while also supporting Corporate, Commercial and other legal departments as required.

This position would suit a proactive and organised Paralegal who enjoys variety in their work and is keen to develop experience across a broad range of legal disciplines within a busy private practice environment.

Key Responsibilities Residential Conveyancing Support

• Conduct Land Registry searches and obtain title documents.
• Assist with post-completion matters, including registration applications and SDLT-related administration.
• Prepare and submit Land Registry applications.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, lenders and third parties regarding conveyancing matters.
• Assist fee earners with the progression of residential property transactions.
• Maintain accurate case management records and ensure files are up to date.

General Paralegal Support

• Provide administrative and legal support to fee earners across various departments, including Corporate and Commercial.
• Draft correspondence, legal documents and basic transactional documents under supervision.
• Undertake legal research and prepare file notes.
• Prepare client engagement documentation and assist with matter opening procedures.
• Manage document production, filing and document management systems.
• Monitor key dates, deadlines and action points across matters.
• Assist with due diligence exercises and document reviews.
• Handle general client enquiries and facilitate effective communication between clients and fee earners.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or Legal Administrator within a law firm.
• Prior exposure to residential conveyancing work, particularly post-completion and Land Registry processes, is highly desirable.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and administrative accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• A professional, collaborative and proactive approach.

Desirable

• Experience supporting multiple legal disciplines within private practice.
• Law degree, LPC, SQE or equivalent legal qualification.
• Previous exposure to corporate/commercial matters.

What\'s on Offer

• Opportunity to gain broad legal experience across several practice areas.
• Exposure to both property and corporate/commercial work.
• Supportive team environment within an established law firm.
• Six-month fixed-term contract with an immediate impact role.
• Full-time office-based position in Northwood.

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