Property Paralegal

Michael Page (UK); Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a motivated Real Estate Paralegal in Brighton. The role includes supporting fee-earners, liaising with clients, and handling administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have experience in a legal setting and strong organisational skills. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options post-probation, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Hybrid working options

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal setting, ideally within residential or commercial conveyancing.
• Strong understanding of the conveyancing process.
• Legal qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support fee-earners with live files and conveyancing transactions.
• Liaise with clients, agents, lenders, and solicitors.
• Assist with preparing reports on title and mortgages.
• Review and raise enquiries on title and surveys.
• Handle administrative tasks including file opening and AML compliance.
• Draft financial statements and invoices.

Skills

Experience in a legal setting

Understanding of the conveyancing process

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork skills

Education

Legal qualifications (LPC, CILEX)

Job description

• Top-tier law firm seeks skilled Real Estate Paralegal in Brighton.
• Career growth and qualification support with experienced professionals.

About Our Client

This position is with a well-established business services company operating in the legal sector. The organisation is medium-sized and recognised for its professional approach and commitment to excellence.

Job Description

• Support fee-earners with live files and conveyancing transactions from instruction to post-completion.
• Liaise with clients, agents, lenders, and solicitors to ensure smooth progression of transactions.
• Assist with preparing reports on title, mortgages, and searches (under supervision).
• Review and raise enquiries on title, contract packs, searches, and surveys.
• Handle administrative tasks including file opening, AML compliance, exchange, completion, and post-completion duties.
• Draft financial statements and invoices.
• Maintain internal systems and manage general administration.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Real Estate Paralegal should have:

• Previous experience in a legal setting, ideally within residential or commercial conveyancing.
• Strong understanding of the conveyancing process.
• Legal qualifications (e.g., LPC, CILEX) are desirable but not essential—support for qualification routes is available.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Hybrid working options available after probation.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.

If you are a motivated Real Estate Paralegal eager to advance your career in the legal sector, we encourage you to apply today!