Real Estate Paralegal

Cathedral Appointments Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Paralegal to join their Real Estate department. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to manage sale transactions from start to finish while gaining valuable exposure to a high-quality caseload. The firm is known for its collaborative culture and commitment to career development, providing a supportive environment where professionals can thrive. If you're passionate about a long-term legal career in property and enjoy a flexible working environment, this position is perfect for you. Join a team that values both client service and workplace wellbeing, and take the next step in your legal career.

Benefits

Additional annual leave for your birthday

Health and well-being assistance

Qualifications

• Experience in property or real estate law is ideal.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a varied caseload.

Responsibilities

• Draft sale contracts and assist in progressing transactions.
• Liaise with clients and report on progress.
• Handle Land Registry applications and support fee earners.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Multitasking

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Proactive Approach

Education

Experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant

Tools

IT Skills

Job description

Salary DOE | Flexible Working | Exeter

Known for their collaborative culture and dedication to career development, this firm offers a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals are empowered to thrive. With a focus on flexibility and wellbeing, they value professionals who are passionate about delivering excellence for their clients while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Paralegal to join a successful team within the Real Estate department, acting for regional and national property developers. From the outset, you’ll play a key part in managing sale transactions from instruction through to post-completion, gaining valuable exposure to a high-quality caseload. You’ll enjoy both autonomy and support in equal measure, ideal for someone keen to build a long-term legal career in property.

Key Responsibilities of a Paralegal:

• Draft sale contracts, TP1s, and leases using standard precedents and assist in progressing transactions to exchange and completion
• Liaise with clients, chase updates, and report on progress in a clear and timely manner
• Handle Land Registry applications and assist with general post-completion matters
• Support fee earners in the department with day-to-day legal and administrative tasks

Key Requirements of the Paralegal:

• Previous experience in a paralegal or legal assistant role, ideally within property or real estate law
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills with the ability to work under pressure and manage a varied caseload
• Excellent IT skills and meticulous attention to detail to produce high-quality legal work.
• A proactive, team-focused approach with strong communication skills and a genuine passion for a career in law

Package:

• Competitive salary, based on experience.
• Additional annual leave for your birthday
• Health and well-being assistance

This is an excellent step for a motivated paralegal looking to join a supportive firm that values career development, client service, and workplace wellbeing.

Note on Sponsorship:We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

Recruitment Consultant: Amelia Luxton

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