Residential Property Paralegal / Fee-earner

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Bradford is seeking an experienced Residential Property Paralegal / Fee-earner to manage a caseload of property transactions, including sales and purchases. This role offers the chance to take on greater responsibilities within an established team, engaging directly with clients while handling essential documentation and inquiries.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months’ experience as a residential property paralegal.
• Ability to conduct searches with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of property transactions from instruction to post-completion.
• Drafting reports on title and agreements.
• Liaising with clients and third parties.

Skills

Drafting skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Residential Property Paralegal / Fee-earner

Location: Bradford, United Kingdom

A law firm in Bradford is seeking a residential property paralegal with fee earning experience to join their team. The role involves managing a caseload of property transactions, including sales and purchases, from instruction to post-completion.

Key duties include:

1. Submitting AP1 and SDLT forms
2. Drafting reports on title
3. Liaising with clients and third parties (e.g., mortgage lenders)
4. Dealing with enquiries
5. File opening and closing, including matter balances
6. Companies House registrations
7. Scheduling deeds to mortgage lenders
8. Drafting agreements, deeds, and contracts
9. Reviewing and reporting on titles

Applicants must have at least 12 months’ experience as a residential property paralegal, with excellent drafting skills, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. Ability to conduct searches with minimal supervision is essential.

This is a great opportunity for a residential property paralegal to gain more experience and take on greater responsibility within an established law firm.

McKinlay Law aims to contact all successful candidates within 24 hours. Due to high application volume, not all applicants will receive individual responses. If you do not hear from us within 24 hours, your application has been unsuccessful.