Residential Property Paralegal

London – Salary negotiable based on experience

An established, forward-thinking Top 200 law firm is looking for an experienced Residential Property Paralegal to join their team.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Issuing contract papers for sales, including plot sales.
• Assisting with exchanges of contracts, completions, and post-completion work.
• Liaising with clients, agents, and other stakeholders via phone, email, and in person.
• Handling enquiries and preparing replies.
• Drafting and preparing legal documentation.
• Conducting and checking searches and mortgage offers.
• Preparing completion statements, bills, and pre-completion paperwork.
• Managing notices to complete and associated documentation for plot sales.
• Preparing SDLT forms and Land Registry applications, and dealing with all post-completion matters.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to plan and manage their own workload effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a logical, practical approach.
• The ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Enthusiasm, reliability, and a proactive attitude to supporting colleagues and contributing to team success.
• Strong IT skills and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• The capacity to work independently while being an effective team player.
• Evidence of flexibility, accountability, and initiative.
• Excellent communication and active listening skills, with a focus on client care.
• A commitment to maintaining a positive, cooperative working environment.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• Career progression
• Salary up to 34k