Paralegal - Commercial Property

Office Angels; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Leicester Forest East is seeking an experienced Paralegal for a busy Commercial Property department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial property support and demonstrate high organisational skills. Responsibilities include managing client files, preparing legal documentation, and liaising with clients and the Land Registry. This role offers exposure to high-quality work in a collaborative environment and the opportunity to develop your career further.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Opportunity for career development

Exposure to high-quality work

Qualifications

• Experience as a Paralegal, Legal Secretary, or Legal Assistant within a Commercial Property team.
• Ability to manage tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Conscientious with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Opening files and completing client due diligence procedures.
• Preparing correspondence and legal documentation.
• Conducting searches and liaising with the Land Registry.
• Handling telephone calls and routine enquiries.
• Managing diaries, coordinating meetings, and taking minutes.

Skills

Experience in commercial property support processes

Strong written and verbal communication

IT literate, proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

Ability to work under pressure

Highly organised

Job description

Paralegal - Commercial Property - MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Paralegal to join a busy and well-established Commercial Property department.

This role is ideally suited to someone currently working as a Paralegal, Legal Secretary, or Legal Assistant within a Commercial Property team in a law firm. The successful candidate will have experience in a similar role and a good working knowledge of commercial property support processes. You will play a key role in supporting fee earners by providing high-quality secretarial and administrative assistance to ensure an excellent client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Opening files and completing client due diligence procedures
• Preparing correspondence and legal documentation
• Conducting searches and liaising with the Land Registry
• Handling telephone calls, liaising with clients and third parties, and dealing with routine enquiries
• Managing diaries, coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes
• Carrying out general administrative tasks including scanning, photocopying, and filing
• Ensuring client matter files are accurately maintained and kept up to date
• Managing key dates and reminder systems
• File closing and archiving
• Attending and contributing to team meetings
• Providing general office support as required, including post handling, telephone cover, and client reception

The Ideal Candidate Will Be:

• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and hardworking
• An excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• Highly organised with the ability to manage tasks efficiently
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Professional in appearance and manner
• Conscientious with strong attention to detail
• IT literate, with good knowledge of Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

What's on Offer:

• The opportunity to develop your career within a highly regarded Commercial Property team
• Exposure to high-quality work alongside experienced legal professionals
• A supportive and collaborative working environment

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