Paralegal

LR Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist legal recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Leasehold Services Paralegal to join a highly regarded law firm in Greater London. This role involves assisting in leasehold documentation, managing transactions, and conducting legal research. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in property law and strong attention to detail. Benefits include private medical insurance, a pension, and more.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Income protection

Contributory pension

Discretionary annual staff bonus

Reduced gym membership

Season ticket loan

Additional Christmas leave

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing, reviewing, and drafting leasehold documentation.
• Knowledge of leasehold transactions and statutory frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple cases efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist fee earners with leasehold documentation.
• Manage leasehold transactions effectively.
• Conduct legal research on leasehold and property law.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders for case progression.
• Maintain accurate case files and compliance.

Skills

Proven experience in property, conveyancing, or leasehold services

Strong knowledge of statutory leasehold processes

Excellent attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proficiency in legal case management systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online research tools

Job description

Overview

Leasehold Services Paralegal

£32,290

Streatham (SW16)

We are a specialist legal recruitment agency working on behalf of a highly regarded law firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence. This firm is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Leasehold Services Paralegal to join their dynamic team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a legal professional with a strong background in leasehold matters to contribute to a thriving and forward-thinking practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist fee earners in preparing, reviewing, and drafting leasehold documentation, including leases, licences to assign, deeds of variation, and notices.
• Support the management of leasehold transactions, such as lease extensions, enfranchisements, and right to manage claims.
• Conduct legal research on leasehold and property law, as well as relevant statutory frameworks.
• Liaise with clients, landlords, tenants, managing agents, and external solicitors to ensure smooth case progression.
• Prepare correspondence and reports for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate case files and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Assist with billing, administrative tasks, and diary management for deadlines and requisitions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property, conveyancing, or leasehold services.
• Strong knowledge of statutory leasehold processes, including lease extensions and collective enfranchisements.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases.
• Proficiency in legal case management systems, Microsoft Office, and online research tools.

Benefits

• Private medical insurance and life insurance
• Income protection and contributory pension
• Discretionary annual staff bonus
• Reduced gym membership and discount vouchers
• Season ticket loan and additional Christmas leave

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Matthew Heardfor a confidential discussion.

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LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy