Property Bridging Paralegal / Solicitor

A1 Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Opportunity to develop niche expertise in property finance

Exposure to specialist bridging and property finance work

Property finance niche

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Paralegal or Solicitor to join a Property Bridging team in London. This role demands strong property experience as you support a high-volume caseload of short-term lending and secured property transactions. Key responsibilities include managing bridging finance transactions and liaising with various stakeholders. A competitive salary and exposure to specialist property finance work are offered in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Paralegal or qualified Solicitor with experience in property law.
• Strong background in residential and/or commercial conveyancing.
• Exposure to bridging finance, secured lending, or lender-side work is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage or assist with a caseload of bridging finance transactions from instruction through to completion.
• Draft and review loan agreements, security documents, and personal guarantees.
• Liaise with underwriters to satisfy pre-completion conditions.
• Liaise with underwriters to satisfy pre-completion conditions.
• Act for lenders and/or borrowers, providing practical legal support.
• Identify risks and ensure transactions are commercially sound.
• Maintain momentum on files to meet tight completion deadlines.
• Handle or support residential and commercial property transactions linked to finance matters.

Skills

Strong property experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Experience in property law

Qualified Solicitor or Paralegal

Job description

An opportunity has arisen to join a specialist Property Bridging team in London, supporting a high-volume caseload of short-term lending and secured property transactions.

This role is suited to a Paralegal or Solicitor with strong property experience who is keen to work in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment. You will play a key role in bridging finance matters, working closely with lenders, brokers, and borrowers to ensure transactions are progressed efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Bridging Finance & Secured Lending

• Manage or assist with a caseload of bridging finance transactions from instruction through to completion
• Draft and review loan agreements, security documents, debentures, and personal guarantees
• Review title documentation, searches, and valuations in line with lender requirements
• Liaise with underwriters to satisfy pre-completion conditions
• Act for lenders and/or borrowers, providing clear and practical legal support
• Identify risks and ensure transactions are structured in a commercially sound manner
• Maintain momentum on files to meet tight completion deadlines

Property & Conveyancing Support

• Handle or support residential and commercial property transactions linked to finance matters
• Review contracts and reports on title where required
• Liaise with clients, solicitors, brokers, and third parties
• Ensure files are compliant with AML and regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case management records

About You

• Paralegal or qualified Solicitor with experience in property law
• Strong background in residential and/or commercial conveyancing
• Exposure to bridging finance, secured lending, or lender-side work is highly desirable
• Confident managing or supporting a busy caseload
• Strong understanding of title, security, and property risk
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Able to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise with multiple stakeholders
• Good knowledge of AML and compliance frameworks

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Exposure to specialist bridging and property finance work
• High-volume, fast-paced environment with strong deal flow
• Opportunity to develop niche expertise in property finance