Paralegal

IG Seguros; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Paralegal to join their Leasehold Enfranchisement team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to deepen your legal expertise in property law while working with a friendly and highly skilled group. You will assist clients in navigating complex leasehold issues, ensuring compliance with legislation and achieving optimal outcomes. With a focus on client service and organizational efficiency, this position is perfect for someone looking to take on new challenges in a supportive environment. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Paralegal in a Residential Property team is essential.
• Strong understanding of leasehold matters and property transactions.

Responsibilities

• Client onboarding and file opening for leasehold matters.
• Reviewing leases and preparing legal documents for clients.
• Supporting completions and liaising with various parties.

Skills

Client service skills

Organizational skills

Understanding of property transactions

Education

Paralegal certification

Job description

Our Client, a top 100 Law Firm based in modern offices in Southampton, is seeking a Paralegal to join their Leasehold Enfranchisement team. This team provides expert legal services to clients navigating complex leasehold matters, including lease extensions, collective enfranchisement, and right to manage claims. With extensive experience in leasehold reform law, the team guides clients through intricate legal processes, anticipating potential challenges to ensure smooth and efficient outcomes.

They work with a diverse range of clients, including private leaseholders, residents associations, and groups of tenants seeking to extend their leases or collectively purchase their buildings freehold. They also advise landlords, institutional lenders, and property investors, offering strategic guidance to national and regional housebuilders, developers, landowners, and charities. The team provides tailored legal support to help clients understand their rights and obligations, ensuring compliance with leasehold legislation and achieving the best possible outcomes.

Core Duties Will Include:

• Client onboarding and file opening
• Reviewing leases and preparing legal documents
• Drafting Land Registry forms and handling requisitions
• Assisting with freehold project management
• Serving notices on multiple leaseholders
• Supporting completions and liaising with clients, landlords, and third parties to ensure a smooth process

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your legal expertise in a specialist area of property law while working within a friendly and highly skilled team.

Ideal Candidate Must Have The Following:

Perhaps you are an experienced Paralegal who has worked in a Residential Property team within a law firm and are looking for a new challenge. You should have an understanding of property transactions, excellent client service skills, and a naturally organised and efficient approach to your work.