Paralegal

Ashfords LLP; Exeter; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashfords LLP is recruiting two Paralegals to join our busy Plot Sales team in the Real Estate department at our Exeter office on a full-time, permanent basis. You will progress plot sale transactions from instruction to completion, preparing contracts, TP1s and leases, and liaising with clients and third parties to keep matters moving towards exchange.

Ideally you’ll have some Paralegal or Legal Assistant experience, with a proactive, organised approach and strong IT skills to produce accurate,

Qualifications

• Ideally, you’ll have gained some experience in a Paralegal or Legal Assistant role and be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in developing a career in law.
• You are a proactive and organised individual who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in delivering excellent client service.
• You’ll be comfortable managing a busy workload, balancing competing priorities and working to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong communicator with a positive and enthusiastic approach, you’ll be keen to learn, quick to pick up new information and confident building relationships with colleagues and clients alike.

Responsibilities

• Progress plot sale transactions from instruction through to completion.
• Prepare contracts, TP1s and leases using standard precedents.
• Liaise with clients and third parties to obtain updates and ensure progress toward exchange and completion.
• Assist with Land Registry applications and related filings.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and support the wider Plot Sales team to deliver a high-quality service.

Skills

Legal research

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Word

Case management software

Job description

We are looking to recruit two Paralegals to join our busy Plot Sales team within the Real Estate department, in our Exeter office on a full-time and permanent basis.

Ranked Band 1 in the Legal 500 for the South West (2026), our Real Estate team provides a full spectrum of legal services to a diverse client base. Working with a range of well-known regional and national housebuilders and developers.

As a Paralegal, you'll play a key role in progressing plot sale transactions from instruction through to completion. You'll be involved in preparing contracts, TP1s and leases using standard precedents, liaising with clients and third parties to obtain updates, and helping to ensure matters progress smoothly towards exchange and completion.

You’ll also assist with Land Registry applications, maintain regular communication with clients, and work closely with the wider Plot Sales team to support the delivery of an efficient and high-quality service.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience and take on meaningful responsibility from day one, providing a strong foundation for someone looking to develop their legal career.

Who you are

Ideally, you’ll have gained some experience in a Paralegal or Legal Assistant role and be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in developing a career in law.

You are a proactive and organised individual who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in delivering excellent client service. You’ll be comfortable managing a busy workload, balancing competing priorities and working to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

A strong communicator with a positive and enthusiastic approach, you’ll be keen to learn, quick to pick up new information and confident building relationships with colleagues and clients alike. You’ll also have excellent attention to detail, strong IT skills and a conscientious approach to your work, enabling you to produce accurate, high-quality documents and maintain exceptionally high standards.

At Ashfords, we believe in more than just doing great work - we believe in building a great place to work.

When you join us, you become part of a team where everything we do is underpinned by our four core values: Be Open, Think Team, Make a Difference and Always Grow. These values shape who we are and how we work - they guide our decisions, influence our culture, and drive the way we support our people, clients and communities.

With a clear focus on innovation, community involvement, and supporting a healthy work-life balance, we are committed to building an environment where our people can have a rewarding and meaningful career.

Whilst we recognise that every career journey is unique, we will be ambitious for you, giving you the tools, trust, and opportunities to develop your career, your way.

Our goal? To help you realise your full potential as part of a forward-thinking team.

Our offer

We know that our people are at the heart of everything we do – and that’s why we’re committed to supporting your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance.

Beyond our benefits package, you’ll be encouraged, no matter what your role or career level, to get involved in our Responsible Business programme, where you’ll support initiatives such as charity fundraising, environmental causes and our employee led diversity and inclusion groups.

You can find out more about our benefits by visiting the Reward & Wellbeing page on our website.

What’s next?

Our recruitment process typically involves two stages, which are designed not only to explore your skills and experience but also to give you a real insight into what it’s like to work at Ashfords. Throughout the process, our dedicated Talent Attraction team will be here to support you every step of the way.

We believe that building a firm with a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences drives innovation and strengthens our teams, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

To support your growth, we offer ongoing training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential – so even if you don’t feel you match all the requirements of the job role, we’d still love to hear from you.

At Ashfords, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or would like to discuss anything regarding your application, please contact us at [e-mail] .