Property Paralegal

Confidential; West Kirby; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Birthday day off

Pension 4%

Life cover

Medicash

Charitable time off

Job summary

Eventus Legal is seeking an experienced Property Paralegal to join the property team of a respected regional law firm in Crosby, Merseyside. This full-time, permanent role supports senior lawyers with residential conveyancing and commercial property matters in a busy, friendly team.

The firm offers hybrid working after probation, 24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday, plus Medicash and life assurance worth twice your salary.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months' previous experience in a Property Paralegal position.
• Experience assisting with residential conveyancing transactions.
• Practical knowledge of case management systems, Laserforms, HM Land Registry and SDLT portals.
• Strong communication skills and a professional telephone manner.
• Good numerical skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritise under pressure.
• Experience supporting commercial conveyancing matters would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of InfoTrack or experience in a CQS-accredited practice would be beneficial, but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with residential and commercial conveyancing matters, including flats.
• Setting up files, supporting client onboarding and progressing transactions through completion and post-completion.
• Managing diaries, key dates and tasks on property files.
• Keeping clients informed of progress and responding to enquiries professionally.
• Liaising with estate agents, lenders and other third parties.
• Using case management systems, conveyancing portals and other digital tools to progress matters.
• Providing day-to-day assistance to property lawyers across the firm's offices.

Skills

Property law knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Prioritise under pressure

Tools

Case management systems

Laserforms

HM Land Registry

SDLT portals

InfoTrack

Job description

Eventus Legal are seeking an experienced Property Paralegal to join the property team of a respected regional law firm in Crosby, Merseyside. This full-time, permanent job offers the opportunity to support senior lawyers with residential conveyancing and commercial property matters in a busy friendly team. The benefits include hybrid working following successful completion of probation, 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, an additional day off for your birthday, Medicash and life assurance worth twice your salary. In addition, the firm offers a 4% employer pension contribution and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Role Responsibilities

• Assisting with residential and commercial conveyancing matters, including flats.
• Setting up files, supporting client onboarding and progressing transactions through completion and post-completion.
• Managing diaries, key dates and tasks on property files.
• Keeping clients informed of progress and responding to enquiries professionally.
• Liaising with estate agents, lenders and other third parties.
• Using case management systems, conveyancing portals and other digital tools to progress matters.
• Providing day-to-day assistance to property lawyers across the firm's offices.

Skills and Experience Required

• At least 12 months' previous experience in a Property Paralegal position.
• Experience assisting with residential conveyancing transactions.
• Practical knowledge of case management systems, Laserforms, HM Land Registry and SDLT portals.
• Strong communication skills and a professional telephone manner.
• Good numerical skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritise under pressure.
• Experience supporting commercial conveyancing matters would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of InfoTrack or experience in a CQS-accredited practice would be beneficial, but is not essential.

Benefits and Rewards

• Hybrid working following successful completion of probation.
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday.
• Employer pension contributions of 4%.
• Life assurance worth twice your salary.
• Medicash health cash plan.
• Paid time off for charitable activities.
• Ongoing training, professional development and clear opportunities for career progression.
• Discounted legal services for you and your family.

About the Law Firm

Our client is an established regional law firm with a strong presence across Merseyside, delivering a broad range of legal services to individuals and businesses. Its property team works collaboratively across its offices and is recognised for its emphasis on client service, staff development and a friendly working culture.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.