Real Estate Paralegal

Barnes Law Associates; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Central London is seeking an ambitious legal professional to join their team. This role offers the chance to grow alongside senior lawyers, engaging directly with clients while gaining invaluable insights. Key responsibilities include attending client meetings, conducting legal research, and drafting correspondence. Ideal candidates should have a UK law degree, LPC qualification or plans to sit the SQE, along with excellent attention to detail and communication skills. This position also offers a hybrid working model among other benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

28 days of paid annual leave

Annual bonuses

Opportunities to attend evening networking events

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience at a boutique or reputable small firm.
• Strong understanding of English legal concepts.
• Willing to go the extra mile, including occasional overtime.

Responsibilities

• Attend client meetings.
• Handle client onboarding and instructions.
• Conduct legal research and order searches.
• Draft legal correspondence.
• Support with post-completion matters.
• Participate in regular training and development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Clear communication

Proactive learning

Education

UK law degree

LPC qualification or plans to sit SQE

Job description

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking an ambitious legal professional who is looking to grow with the firm and eventually step into a senior role. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and take pride in providing outstanding service to clients.

Due to the collaborative nature of our firm, team members work closely with senior lawyers and have direct client contact from early on. This structure allows for hands‑on experience, meaningful professional development, and the opportunity to learn from experienced practitioners. We are committed to investing in our team's growth and believe our people are our greatest asset.

Our success comes from our people. We are proud to attract high‑calibre professionals who are driven, detail‑oriented, and client‑focused. At Barnes Law, you’ll work closely with clients and with Yulia herself, gaining invaluable insight and mentorship from her many years of legal expertise. We believe in investing in our team’s growth – your development is our priority.

Key Responsibilities :

• Attend client meetings
• Handle client onboarding and instructions
• Conduct legal research and order searches
• Draft legal correspondence
• Support with post‑completion matters
• Participate in regular training and development

Ideal Candidate :

• Minimum 1 year of experience at a boutique or reputable small firm
• UK law degree and LPC qualification, or plans to sit the SQE
• Strong understanding of English legal concepts
• Excellent attention to detail and time management
• Clear, confident communication and drafting skills
• Professional, proactive, and eager to learn
• Willing to go the extra mile, including occasional overtime

What We Offer :

• Hybrid working model
• Office located in Central London
• Core hours : 9am–5 : 30pm, with flexibility depending on workload
• Annual performance targets
• Opportunities to attend evening networking events
• 28 days of paid annual leave, plus your birthday off
• Annual bonuses
• A collaborative, close‑knit team with access to senior mentorship

📧 Interested?

Send your CV to [e-mail]. After submitting your CV, you’ll receive a short form to complete as the first step toward a potential interview.

🔗 www.barnes-law.co.uk