Real Estate Finance Paralegal

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a Real Estate Finance Paralegal for a full-time, permanent position in Chesterfield. The role involves assisting with complex property finance transactions, drafting documents, and managing due diligence processes. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of paralegal experience in a real estate finance context and possess strong communication and organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience as a paralegal within a real estate finance team.
• Strong understanding of UK property law and banking practices.
• Experience working on large-scale property transactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of real estate finance transactions.
• Draft and review finance documents and manage checklists.
• Undertake due diligence on real estate assets.

Skills

Drafting skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Client-handling skills

Education

Law degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

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Client:

LR Legal Recruitment

Location:

Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Location: London

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Real Estate Finance Paralegal to join our busy and highly regarded Real Estate Finance team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented legal professional to work on complex property finance transactions, supporting solicitors and clients in delivering high-quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of real estate finance transactions, including acquisition and development financing, refinancing, and secured lending.
• Draft and review ancillary finance documents such as certificates of title, undertakings, corporate authorisations, security documents, and facility agreements.
• Manage and review conditions precedent and conditions subsequent checklists.
• Undertake due diligence on real estate assets, including reviewing titles, leases, searches, and property reports.
• Prepare Land Registry and Companies House documentation and oversee filings and registrations.
• Liaise with borrowers, lenders, external counsel, and other parties involved in transactions.
• Support the coordination and smooth running of completions, including managing execution processes.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with file management, billing, and compliance procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience as a paralegal within a real estate finance or secured lending team in a UK law firm or in-house legal department.
• Strong understanding of UK property law and banking practices related to real estate finance.
• Experience working on large-scale or high-value property transactions.
• Familiarity with Land Registry and Companies House procedures and forms.
• Excellent drafting, research, and organisational skills.
• Able to manage a busy workload and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and client-handling skills.
• Law degree or equivalent qualification required.
• LPC/SQE or equivalent is desirable but not essential.