Plot Sales Paralegal

Simpson Judge; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier law firm in Southampton is looking for a Plot Sales Paralegal to join their award-winning team. The role involves supporting legal processes for new build plot sales and managing communication with clients and stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have experience in residential conveyancing, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. This position offers a competitive salary and several benefits, including a flexible working environment.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Discounts for several retail, health and professional services

Flexible work-life balance

Wellbeing check-ins and healthcare assessments

Qualifications

• Experience working within residential conveyancing, ideally plot sales.
• Ability to manage high volume caseloads.
• Strong communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the legal team with new build plot sales.
• Liaise with clients and site managers for updates.
• Draft financial statements and manage documentation.

Skills

Experience in residential conveyancing

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent IT skills

Ability to work to tight deadlines

Teamwork and initiative

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Job Title: Plot Sales Paralegal
Salary: circa £25,000 – £27,000 DOE + bonus.
Hours: Full time
Location: Southampton, hybrid

Job Reference: CWS453

join a well-established, top-tier law firm with a strong reputation in the property sector. Based in Southampton, this award-winning team is seeking an experienced Plot Sales Paralegal to support its thriving residential development practice.
The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in plot sales, excellent attention to detail, and a proactive approach to client service. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their career within a supportive, forward-thinking firm that values long-term development and internal progression.

RESPONSIBILITIES
* Support the legal team with new build plot sales from instruction to completion. Prepare and issue contract packs, respond to standard enquiries, and maintain precedent replies for each development
* Liaise with clients, site managers, and agents to provide updates. Assist with exchange of contracts, notify all parties, and agree completion dates.
* Draft financial statements, coordinate with lenders, and manage execution of documents. Confirm completion, settle agent commissions, and carry out post-completion file closure.
* Maintain accurate records and support the team on high-volume development transactions.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
* Experience working within residential conveyancing, ideally plot sales, with the ability to manage high volume caseload (assistance and support provided)
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent IT skills
* Ability to work to tight deadlines
* Ability to work to your own initiative while working as part of a team.

IN RETURN:
* 26 days holiday + bank + increasing with year service
* Life assurance
* Discounted for several retail, health and professional services
* Flexible work life balance, hybrid working, wellbeing check in and healthcare assessments.
* Many more.

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk