Paralegal

2i Recruit Ltd; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Paralegal to join a Conveyancing team in Leatherhead. This role involves supporting fee earners with residential property matters, managing client files, and liaising with clients and third parties. The ideal candidate will have a legal background with some residential property or conveyancing experience, strong organizational skills, and a proactive, client-focused approach. This position offers a chance to build experience and contribute to excellent client service.

Benefits

Pension plan

Life insurance

Performance-based bonus

Company events

Qualifications

• Legal background with experience in residential property or conveyancing is essential.
• Strong organisational skills required for managing client files effectively.
• Confidence in communication to liaise professionally with clients and third parties.

Responsibilities

• Support fee earners in residential property matters.
• Manage client files from opening to post-completion.
• Liaise with clients, agents, and third parties professionally.
• Assist with pre- and post-completion formalities.
• Complete SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications.
• Maintain high document standards using case management systems.
• Support wider administrative activities as needed.

Skills

Legal background with some residential property or conveyancing experience

Strong organisational skills

Confident communicator

Good IT skills

Proactive, reliable, and team-oriented

Experience using a legal case management system

Knowledge of residential property law

Job description

Our client is seeking a Paralegal to join their Conveyancing team, providing support to fee earners and helping to deliver an excellent client experience. This role is ideal for someone organised, proactive and looking to build their experience within residential conveyancing.

Company Benefits:

• Pension plan
• Life insurance
• Performance-based bonus
• Company events

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting fee earners with day-to-day residential property matters
• Managing client files from opening through to post-completion
• Liaising with clients, agents and third parties in a professional manner
• Assisting with pre- and post-completion formalities and completion statements
• Completing SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications
• Using the case management system and maintaining high document standards
• Supporting wider administrative and departmental activities as required

Skills & Experience:

• Legal background with some residential property or conveyancing experience
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confident communicator with a client-focused approach
• Good IT skills and ability to manage competing deadlines
• Proactive, reliable and able to work well as part of a team
• Experience using a legal case management system
• Knowledge of residential property law

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