Legal Advisor / Paralegal - In-house - Plot Sales

Michael Page Legal; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit organisation is seeking a Legal Advisor to provide expert legal guidance. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing legal documents, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance in conveyancing transactions. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working options, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to contribute meaningfully.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Company pension scheme matched up to 12%

Life cover at 4x your salary

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience in Plot Sale Conveyancing (ideally Shared Ownership).
• Foundation level of commercial awareness.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and issuing legal documents from precedent formats.
• Liaising with third parties to progress sale transactions.
• Approving mortgages and reviewing draft conveyance plans.

Skills

Planning skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Judgment

Education

Law degree

Graduate Diploma in Law

Legal Practice Course

CILEX qualification

Job description

The role of Legal Advisor offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a not-for-profit organisation by providing expert legal guidance.

Client Details

One of the UK's largest housing associations.

Description

• Preparing and issuing documents from precedent formats such as contracts, transfers and shared ownership leases.
• Liaising with third parties such as buyers' solicitors and estate agents in order to progress sale transactions.
• Obtaining updates to update our Sales and Development Teams.
• Approving mortgages
• Reviewing draft conveyance plans for compliance with the Land Registry's Practice Guide.
• Dealing with or referring enquiries to Senior members of the team for comment.
• Administrative activities relating to conveyancing transactions and general team administration and project driven activities and general administration.

Profile

You might have a law degree, Graduate Diploma in Law or have completed or be in the process of studying the Legal Practice Course or pursuing a qualification as a member of CILEX or a similar body. You'll also need:

• Experience in Plot Sale Conveyancing (ideally Shared Ownership Plot Sale Conveyancing)
• Good planning skills with the ability to organise and prioritise your work effectively.
• A foundation level of commercial awareness and good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to work flexibly to deliver our service.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships within the Legal team, with internal clients and other third-party stakeholders.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of £32,000-£40,000 per annum.
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
• Company pension scheme matched up to 12%, life cover at 4x your salary
• Flexible working - committed to giving people flexibility as widely as possible - 2 days office working & 3 days at home.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Advisor looking to make a difference in a meaningful organisation. If this sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply.