Residential Property Paralegal

CKB Recruitment Ltd; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Performance-based bonus scheme

Office parking costs reimbursed

Hybrid working

Job summary

CKB Recruitment Ltd in Chichester is seeking an experienced Residential Property Paralegal to join its Property Department. The role offers hybrid working and a salary in the £27,000–£30,000 band, depending on experience.

You will progress residential conveyancing from instruction through to completion and support fee earners with file management. The firm values accuracy, client focus and a collaborative team environment, with opportunities to contribute to a reputable legal team and develop

Qualifications

• 1–2 years' experience as a Paralegal in a Residential Property Department.
• Experience in a solicitor's office is preferred.
• Excellent admin and IT skills with paperless systems.
• Strong organisation, multitasking and independent working ability.
• Professional, client‑focused communication and high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Support the Property Department with paralegal and admin tasks.
• Maintain accurate files and prepare documentation.
• Progress residential conveyancing transactions from instruction to completion.
• Ensure work follows internal procedures and quality standards.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Residential property

Administrative skills

IT skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Paperless systems

Job description

Residential Property Paralegal

Chichester £27,000 £30,000

We're working with an established regional law firm in Chichester looking to recruit an experienced Residential Property Paralegal to join its close-knit Property Department. Offering £27,000 £30,000, hybrid working and a supportive working environment, this is an opportunity to join an established legal team and play an important role in progressing residential conveyancing transactions from instruction through to completion.

The firm prides itself on delivering a professional, client-focused service and offers a friendly, collaborative environment where colleagues work closely together. This role would suit an experienced property paralegal who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in providing reliable assistance and maintaining high standards of accuracy.

The Role

You will provide paralegal and administrative assistance across the Property Department, helping fee earners manage their residential conveyancing caseloads. Responsibilities will include maintaining accurate files, preparing documentation, progressing transactions and ensuring work is handled efficiently and in line with internal procedures.

What We re Looking For

• 1 2 years' experience working as a Paralegal within a Residential Property Department.
• Experience working within a solicitor s office.
• Excellent administrative and IT skills, with confidence using paperless systems.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to multitask and work independently.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure.
• An understanding of file compliance and quality standards, with the ability to support general secretarial duties.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary of £27,000 £30,000, depending on experience (negotiable for an experienced candidate).
• Hybrid working.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Performance-based bonus scheme.
• Office parking costs reimbursed.