Residential Property Paralegal

Banner Jones Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Holiday allowance

Personal development plan

Wellbeing events

Job summary

Banner Jones Solicitors is recruiting a Residential Property Paralegal to support conveyancers in our Chesterfield and Sheffield offices. The role focuses on assisting with residential property conveyancing, client communications and document preparation.

We value strong IT skills, attention to detail and team collaboration, with opportunities for professional development and progression within a supportive, well-regarded firm.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (C/4 or above).
• Law degree would be advantageous.
• Proficiency in IT, especially Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Conveyancer with all aspects of residential property conveyancing.
• Maintain meticulous records and accounts; handle client enquiries by email and phone.
• Prepare SDLT returns and HM Land Registry applications; review title and property documents.

Skills

IT skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Law degree (advantageous)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Residential Property Paralegal - Chesterfield & Sheffield

Are you passionate about residential property law and looking to take the next step in your legal career? We have some exciting opportunities for dedicated and enthusiastic Residential Property Paralegals to join our dynamic teams at our offices in Chesterfield and Sheffield.

• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Start Date: Immediate (dependent on notice period)
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

The Opportunity

At Banner Jones, we believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth. We offer a comprehensive training program to help you excel and to fulfil your genuine interest in gaining new skills and legal knowledge. We value hard work, organisation, excellent communication and IT skills, and we provide a supportive environment to help you succeed.

As a Residential Property Paralegal, you will assist the Conveyancer with all aspects of residential property conveyancing including maintaining meticulous records and accounts. Your role will involve effective communication with clients via email and telephone, handling client enquiries, and preparing and submitting SDLT Returns and HM Land Registry applications. You will review title and property documents, prepare contract packs, conduct research, and manage various administrative tasks.

Be part of a highly-regarded law firm providing wider services to our clients including wills & probate, personal injury, family law, employment advice, litigation, commercial property and corporate work. A firm whose mission is to make a difference by working consistently in the provision of first-class legal services by:

• Making a meaningful, valuable and significant contribution to our clients
• Supporting and developing our people
• Giving back to local communities

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking candidates with a strong academic background, including GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics, candidates who already possess a law degree would be advantageous. Proficiency in IT, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, is essential. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines, and a team-oriented mindset with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy are also required. Previous experience in supporting fee earners on all aspects of Residential Property conveyancing matters would also be advantageous.

We are committed to your professional growth. After successfully completing the probationary period, you may have the opportunity to pursue formal training programs, leading to esteemed legal qualifications and a promising career.

The Rewards

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative business that is passionate about the wellbeing of its staff. Additionally, we nurture our talent and are passionate about providing opportunities for continuous professional development and personal growth.

Working with us comes with numerous benefits, including a good pension plan and a competitive holiday allowance enhanced by a discretionary office closure over Christmas. We provide an annual personal development and training plan to support your growth, and we host annual events as part of our continued engagement with our people and to celebrate our business successes. Additionally, we offer wellbeing events and participate in social and sporting events with other local businesses throughout the year.

Closing Date: 22 nd October 2026

Banner Jones Solicitors is an equal opportunity employer.

Please note, closing dates on vacancies are provided as a guideline. Banner Jones Ltd reserves the right to close a vacancy earlier than the stated closing date. If there are high volumes of applications received for the position, we may not be able to respond to candidates who have been unsuccessful. If you do not hear back from the Company within three weeks of the closing date, then please take this as confirmation that your application has been unsuccessful and thank you for your interest in Banner Jones Ltd.

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