Residential Property Paralegal
- Job Type: Full-time, office-based
- Location: London
- Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE
A well-established, Legal 500 law firm is looking for a Residential Property Paralegal to join its residential property team in London. This is a career Residential Property Paralegal position supporting a busy department with a range of residential transactions, including freehold, leasehold, new build, remortgages, transfers of equity and lease extensions.
This opportunity would suit an experienced Residential Property Paralegal who enjoys working in a professional, supportive environment and is confident handling post-completion and transactional support work. Please note, this role is not suitable for someone seeking Qualifying Work Experience.
Day-to-day of the role
- Assist with residential property transactions including freehold, leasehold, new build, remortgages, transfers of equity and lease extensions
- Complete and submit SDLT returns accurately and on time
- Prepare Companies House submissions where required
- Submit HMLR applications and deal with any requisitions
- Handle leasehold post-completion requirements
- Support fee earners through exchange and completion
- Open new files and assist with AML compliance checks
- Manage file closing processes in line with firm procedures
- Liaise with clients, agents and solicitors regarding general enquiries and case updates
Required Skills & Qualifications
- At least 2 years’ experience working as a Residential Property Paralegal
- Strong understanding of residential conveyancing processes and post-completion work
- Experience completing SDLT returns, HMLR applications and dealing with requisitions
- Knowledge of leasehold post-completion requirements
- Experience supporting fee earners with exchange and completion
- Confident handling file opening, AML compliance and file closing procedures
- Strong communication skills when dealing with clients, agents and solicitors
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage a busy workload effectively
Benefits
- 25 days’ annual leave, increasing with length of service
- Healthcare cover
- Discounted gym membership
- Enhanced adoption, maternity and paternity pay after a qualifying period
- Opportunity to develop within a respected law firm
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
How to apply
To apply for this ResidentialProperty Paralegal position, please submit your CV.