Real Estate Paralegal

Bates Wells; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm, Bates Wells, is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to join their award-winning department. This role offers hands-on experience across the property sector, with opportunities for personal growth and the chance to contribute meaningfully to real estate law. The firm prioritizes social purpose and a diverse working environment.

Benefits

Green pensions

IVF support

Private healthcare

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Degree educated (or equivalent) is required.
• Previous paralegal experience is ideal.
• A genuine interest in Real Estate law is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal and factual research for cases.
• Draft and file land registry applications.
• Review and analyse legal documents for accuracy.

Skills

Research

Legal Writing

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree (or equivalent)

Job description

Real Estate Paralegal

Application Deadline: 30 June 2025

Department: Real Estate

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London

Reporting To: Malcolm Headley

Description

Why Bates Wells?

We’re an award winning, purpose driven City law firm. We were the first UK law firm to become a B Corp and are the highest scoring global law firm in the B Corp community. Globally recognised as the market leading UK firm for charities and purpose-driven organisations, our commercial teams are also using law as a force for good and driving change from the inside out.

Our values are key to our success, and you’ll be able to make a real impact from day one.

Come and join the firm who have a standout and authentic commitment to a triple bottom line, where we’ll never prioritise profit over people and planet.

The role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our busy and supportive Real Estate department. You'll gain hands-on experience across all aspects of the property sector and have the chance to work with an impressive array of clients.

You’ll be supported by a collaborative and encouraging team, and we’ll ensure you have opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legal and factual research, ensuring all relevant information is considered in a case.
• Summarise legal documents and help prepare legal arguments, applications, declarations, and motions.
• Draft and file land registry applications and SDLT forms.
• Review and analyse legal documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Prepare written reports and proofread legal materials.
• Support post-completion matters including creation of completion bibles.
• Maintain and organise case and reference files.
• Monitor changes in relevant regulations.
• Assist with business development activities, including researching and drafting articles related to the Real Estate sector.
• Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard office hours may be required.

Which qualities do we look for?

• Degree educated (or equivalent).
• Ideally, some previous paralegal experience.
• A genuine interest in Real Estate law and a desire to continue building your legal knowledge.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and openness to feedback.
• Alignment with our values and a commitment to making a meaningful contribution to the team.
• Finally, we want people whose values reflect our own and who feel inspired working in a firm with a strong social purpose.

About the Real Estate team

Our Real Estate practice provides expertise across all aspects of the property sector from typical transactions such as acquisitions, disposals and leases to development, funding, finance, litigation and dispute resolution. We act for an impressive array of clients, from the charity sector, where we are market leaders, to commercial organisations and our experienced team are always looking for new and cost-effective ways to provide the best solutions to meet the needs of our clients.

What are we like to work for?

Impact-Driven Purpose: We align profit with social purpose to create lasting positive impact for our people, communities, and planet.
Committed to the Climate: Through our Climate Programme, we reduce environmental impact and drive a just transition to net zero.
Championing Inclusion: We foster a diverse, inclusive culture where creativity and innovation thrive.
Flexible and Hybrid Working: Our hybrid model supports balance, with part-time options and at least two office days weekly.
Progressive Benefits: We offer green pensions, IVF support, private healthcare, and more for your well-being and growth.

At Bates Wells, equity, diversity, and inclusion are part of who we are and how we work. As a B Corp and purpose-driven law firm, we’re committed to building a workplace that is fair, inclusive, and representative of all.