Legal Southwest
A well-established law firm is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to join its busy and growing property team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their legal career within a supportive and professional environment.
The successful candidate will provide both administrative and legal support to fee earners, assisting with a variety of commercial property matters and helping to ensure transactions progress smoothly and efficiently.
The Role:
You will work closely with solicitors and other members of the Property team, providing proactive support across a range of commercial property transactions. The position offers exposure to high-quality work and the opportunity to develop valuable legal and practical experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Opening, closing and maintaining client files
- Assisting with document preparation and legal correspondence
- Supporting fee earners with pre-completion and post-completion matters
- Managing incoming client enquiries via telephone and email
- Drafting and formatting legal documents
- Updating case management systems and maintaining accurate records
- Proofreading documents and correspondence
- Assisting with property transaction administration from instruction through to completion
- Ensuring compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements
- Providing general administrative support to the wider Real Estate team
About You:
The ideal candidate will be highly organised, proactive and eager to develop their legal knowledge and experience.
You will demonstrate:
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Effective communication and client care skills
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- A positive, flexible and professional approach
- Good IT skills and confidence using case management systems and Microsoft Office applications
- The ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
Previous legal administration or paralegal experience would be advantageous, particularly within Property, but is not essential. Applications are welcomed from candidates with strong administrative experience and a genuine interest in pursuing a legal career, as full training and support will be provided.
What’s on Offer:
- High-quality real estate work
- Ongoing training and career development
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Long-term progression opportunities within a respected legal practice
This role would suit an ambitious individual looking to establish or further their career within Property law.
Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send your CV via the form below in complete confidence and we will get back to you.
If you would prefer to talk to us in the first instance, please get in touch About Us – Legal Southwest
Discover more about who we are and what it’s like to work with us. Visit our LinkedIn page; Legal Southwest Ltd | LinkedIn
Legal Southwest will never, without exception, send out your CV without your prior knowledge or consent so please be assured that we treat every application with the utmost confidentiality.
