Residential Conveyancing Paralegal

Nelsons; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension

Discounts on selected legal service

Hybrid working after probation

Job summary

Nelsons Derby Office in Derby is seeking an enthusiastic Paralegal to support the Residential Property team. You will assist senior fee earners and the wider team with conveyancing tasks and prepare basic legal documentation while liaising with clients, solicitors and estate agents.

The role offers clear development opportunities, training, and a supportive environment within a growing regional law firm that is part of a national group, with hybrid working after probation.

Qualifications

• Experience with conveyancing processes or knowledge of Land Law and Contract Law preferred.
• Willingness to follow processes and meet deadlines.
• Excellent telephone and communication skills; strong administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior fee earners and wider team with conveyancing tasks.
• Prepare basic legal documents and submit HM Land Registry applications.
• Manage incoming calls and liaise with clients, solicitors and estate agents.
• Ensure client care and professional standards are maintained.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Telephone skills

Organisational skills

Client care

Attention to detail

Job description

Nelsons is one of the largest and fastest growing law firms in the East Midlands with experts in Leicester, Derby and Nottingham.

In 2023, Nelsons became part of Lawfront, a national group of leading regional law firms dedicated to delivering comprehensive legal support to individuals and businesses nationwide.

Committed to strategic growth, Lawfront is aiming to build a group in the top 10 of UK regional law firms. As part of this group, you will be able to benefit from working locally for a well-respected leading law firm whilst accessing the scale, investment resources, expertise and professional development opportunities of a national organisation.

We look to empower our clients, give them a voice, fight for them, help them seek justice and steer them through complex legal issues they face. The desire to push ourselves forwards to better serve our clients has been a constant throughout our evolution.

With a defined vision and plan for growth, we have created a culture of working together to achieve and are looking to recruit people with ambition, drive and a can-do attitude to be part of our journey.

The successful candidate can expect a competitive package and benefits that you’d expect from a leading regional law firm which is part of a group of national scale.

The Role

A fantastic opportunity has now arisen for an enthusiastic Paralegal to join our award-winning Residential Property team at our Derby office.

We are seeking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Paralegal to join one of the top-rated specialists in the region and UK. The focus of the role will be to assist senior fee earners and the wider team. We have one of the largest teams of conveyancing lawyers in the East Midlands, helping hundreds of families in Derby, Nottingham and Leicester move to their new homes every year.

This is an excellent opening for individuals to develop their skills, knowledge and experience and grow into a property focused role. You will work in a team of Paralegals and report into the Partners and Legal Directors to ensure a number of administrative conveyancing tasks are undertaken in a professional and efficient manner along with preparing basic legal documentation and submitting applications to HM Land Registry. The role will also be responsible for managing incoming telephone calls and liaising and updating clients, solicitors and estate agents as necessary therefore excellent telephone and communication skills are essential. Client care is paramount in this role along with excellent administration and organisational skills.

The Successful Candidate

We are looking for individuals who can work as part of a team and who are comfortable following processes and procedures to established deadlines. Previous experience or knowledge of the conveyancing process is preferred together with a basic understanding of Land Law and Contract Law however further training of the processes and development of your legal knowledge will be provided.

In return for your hard work and commitment this position offers support and on-going personal and professional development within a growing team at a dynamic and forward-thinking Company.

As part of this role, you will be given all the tools to succeed and can expect dedicated training, professional support and a host of benefits.

The extras:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and holiday purchase
• Pension
• Discounts on selected legal service
• Hybrid Working following successful probationary period

With a defined vision and growth plan on track, we have created a culture of working together to achieve and are looking to recruit people who have a can-do attitude to be part of our journey and vision.

Details

Type

Permanent - Full Time

Office

Nelsons Derby Office

Salary Description

Competitive Salary and excellent benefits

Job Function

QWE

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