Residential & Commercial Property Paralegal

Origin Legal; Felixstowe; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Felixstowe is seeking a motivated Property Paralegal to join their expanding Property team. This role involves assisting with a broad caseload of residential and commercial property matters, ensuring efficient service delivery while allowing opportunities for personal development. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of experience and strong organizational and communication skills. Competitive salary and hybrid working model offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary annual bonus

Hybrid working policy

Life Assurance

Employer Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in a Residential and Commercial Property team.
• Enthusiasm to learn and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support administrative and legal aspects of conveyancing transactions.
• Liaise directly with clients and other stakeholders.
• Manage and progress files under supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Proactive approach

Job description

Overview

A leading regional law firm with a strong reputation for client service is seeking a motivated Property Paralegal to join their dynamic and expanding Property team. This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in both residential and commercial property transactions, looking to develop their career in a supportive, fast-paced environment.

The Property team is currently the firm’s fastest-growing department, operating across two locations and known for handling a high volume of diverse transactional property matters. As the firm experiences continued growth, they are now seeking an additional resource to support both sides of the property practice.

You will assist with a broad caseload of residential and commercial property matters, contributing to team output while developing your own skillset. There will be opportunities to manage a small caseload independently, depending on your level of experience.

Responsibilities

• Support administrative and legal aspects of conveyancing transactions
• Ensure the delivery of efficient and high-quality service
• Liaise directly with clients and other stakeholders
• Manage and progress files under supervision
• Assist fee earners with the day-to-day handling of files

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in a Residential and Commercial Property team (ideally 2–3 years)
• Enthusiasm to learn and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Proactive and adaptable approach to meeting deadlines
• Confidence in client-facing communications
• High level of attention to detail and organisational skills
• Prior experience working within a Residential and/or Commercial Property team

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary between £25,000 – £30,000 (dependent on experience)
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Hybrid working policy with flexibility
• Life Assurance – 2x salary
• Employer Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare (post-probation)
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected firm offering real scope for growth and development within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

To apply, please submit your CV and a short cover note outlining your relevant experience.