Commercial Paralegal

Skipton – £25,000 - £30,000

Corporate Paralegal
Skipton
Salary up to £30k

A leading law firm in Skipton is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Paralegal to join its growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal looking to develop their career within a supportive and established legal environment. You will work closely with a small team of experienced Commercial Property Solicitors, providing high-quality legal and administrative support across a varied caseload.

As Commercial Paralegal, your responsibilities will include:
  • Supporting a small team of commercial property solicitors with their day-to-day caseloads.
  • Assisting with commercial property transactions from instruction through to completion.
  • Preparing and reviewing legal documentation.
  • Undertaking legal research and property-related due diligence.
  • Liaising with clients, solicitors and other relevant parties.
  • Managing files, correspondence and key transaction deadlines.
  • Providing general administrative and legal support to the commercial property team.
  • When required, providing full legal support to the corporate team, assisting with a range of corporate matters and transactions.
To be considered for this role, you will have:
  • A minimum of 6 months' paralegal experience within a commercial property and/or corporate team.
  • A good understanding of commercial property and/or corporate legal processes.
  • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
  • The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • A proactive, professional and team-focused approach.
  • The confidence to work independently while supporting a busy team.
This role would suit a commercially minded paralegal who is keen to broaden their experience across commercial property and corporate law while working within a highly regarded firm.

What's on Offer
  • Salary of up to £30,000, depending on experience.
  • A full-time, office-based position in Skipton.
  • The opportunity to work alongside experienced commercial property and corporate solicitors.
  • A varied role with exposure to both commercial property and corporate matters.
  • Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression within a leading firm.
If you have at least six months' relevant paralegal experience and are looking for your next opportunity in Skipton, we'd love to hear from you.

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Amy Turner

Business Unit Director
07537156 445

amy.turner@douglas-scott.co.uk

Amy Turner, now the Business Unit Director at Douglas Scott, oversees all levels of permanent legal recruitment across Yorkshire. Amy has rejoined the company after a number of years away, having previously been with Douglas Scott for 10 years. With 20 years of recruitment experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. Outside of work, Amy enjoys spending time with her daughter and managing a busy life.


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Commercial Property Law
  • Type: Paralegal
  • Salary: £25,000 - £30,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Skipton
  • Reference: 1361421