Residential Property Paralegal

A leading London law firm is seeking a bright and enthusiastic Residential Property Paralegal to join its highly regarded Residential Property team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to complex, high-value residential property matters while working alongside experienced lawyers and PAs within a collaborative and supportive environment.

The team advises individuals, families, developers and private banks on prime residential property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, developments and leasehold matters.

The Residential Property Paralegal's Role

Supporting fee earners and PAs across a varied residential property caseload
Assisting with post-exchange and post-completion matters
Preparing SDLT submissions and payments
Making Land Registry applications and responding to requisitions
Drafting and serving notices, statutory declarations and statements of truth
Ordering Land Registry documents and planning/building regulation records
Preparing, formatting and proofreading legal documents and correspondence
Managing electronic matter files and document control using NetDocuments
Supporting transaction progression across complex property matters
Assisting with client onboarding, AML/KYC and conflict checks
Carrying out legal and factual research
Preparing reports, appendices and supporting documentation
Updating data rooms and extranets
Assisting with client meetings, presentations and business development events
Providing wider paralegal and administrative support to the Property team during busy periods

The Residential Property Paralegal

Previous experience in a property-focused paralegal role would be preferred
Strong academic background
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Confident working independently and managing competing deadlines
Proactive, flexible and willing to take ownership of tasks
Strong research and analytical abilities
Ability to follow complex procedures accurately
Good IT and document management skills
Professional, personable and collaborative approach
Genuine interest in residential property law

What's on Offer?

£26,000 - £30,000 salary
Opportunity to work on high-value residential property matters
Exposure to sophisticated clients and complex transactions
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Strong training and development opportunities
Agile working arrangements
Excellent long-term career progressionThis is an excellent opportunity for a Residential Property Paralegal looking to develop their experience within a highly regarded London property practice and gain exposure to some of the capital's most prestigious residential property matters