Real Estate Paralegal

Law Staff Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Greater London is seeking a proactive Real Estate Paralegal to manage commercial property transactions. Responsibilities include drafting leases, conducting title investigations, and liaising with clients. This role offers excellent career growth and a competitive benefits package including private health insurance and employee assistance. Apply now to join a supportive legal team.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Perkbox discounts

Income Protection Scheme

Death in Service cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proactive and detail-oriented with previous experience as a Paralegal or relevant role.
• Strong understanding of landlord and tenant matters.
• Experience with commercial property transactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload of commercial property transactions.
• Draft and negotiate legal documents.
• Conduct title investigations and advise on defects.
• Handle completions and post-completion procedures.
• Liaise with clients and other legal professionals.

Skills

Drafting and negotiating leases

Title investigations

Client relationship management

Commercial property law knowledge

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Are you a Real Estate Paralegal ready to take the next step in your career with a prestigious Legal 500 law firm? This outstanding opportunity offers an attractive benefits package, including Private Health Insurance, Perkbox discounts, Income Protection Scheme, Death in Service cover, Employee Assistance Programme, and an extra day of paid holiday during the Christmas period.

As a Real Estate Paralegal, you will be at the heart of a busy and diverse Commercial Property team, with a strong emphasis on Landlord and Tenant matters. Your role will involve advising on, drafting, and negotiating leases, transfer deeds, and a wide range of property-related legal documents.

The Firm

Join a multi-award-winning, highly respected Legal 200 and Legal 500 firm known for its supportive culture, career progression opportunities, and commitment to the local community. The firm is dedicated to employee development and provides commercially focused legal services across multiple sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage a comprehensive caseload of commercial property transactions, including leasehold and freehold acquisitions, deeds of variation, assignments, licences, surrenders, supplemental leases, break notices, rent deposits, easements, covenants, and customer licences.
• Draft and negotiate legal documents from heads of terms through to engrossment, using templates or preparing first drafts when needed.
• Review and negotiate documents from other parties to ensure commercially sound agreements.
• Conduct thorough title investigations (both registered and unregistered), raise requisitions, and advise on title defects and practical solutions.
• Handle completions and post-completion procedures, including SDLT/LTT submissions and Land Registry registrations.
• Liaise effectively with clients, surveyors, and other legal professionals.
• Manage client processes, update internal and client systems, track milestones, and maintain accurate deed records.
• Represent the firm at client review meetings and provide updates on transactions and projects.
• Build and strengthen client relationships, including the possibility of client secondments.
• Participate in training and development sessions, networking events, and client presentations.
• Use key business software including Excel, Word, Outlook, and various client platforms.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Perkbox discounts
• Income Protection Scheme
• Death in Service cover
• Employee Assistance Programme

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Real Estate Paralegal who is proactive, detail-oriented, and looking for genuine career growth within a top-tier legal environment. Whether you have experience in a similar role or are looking to expand your property law knowledge, this position offers the support and resources to help you succeed.

Apply today or contact Mia Henderson at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37311 to discuss this Real Estate Paralegal role in more detail.

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