Residential Property Paralegal / Fee-earner

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Chester, United Kingdom, is seeking a Residential Property Paralegal / Fee-earner with at least 12 months of experience. The role involves managing a caseload of residential transactions, ensuring high-quality service and the ability to work independently. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their career within a respected legal environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience as a residential property paralegal.
• Ability to conduct searches independently.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing own caseload of residential property transactions.
• Submitting AP1 and SDLT forms, liaising with clients and third parties.
• Opening and closing files, including matter balances.

Skills

Drafting skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Residential Property Paralegal / Fee-earner

Location: Chester, United Kingdom

A law firm is seeking a residential property paralegal with fee earning experience to join their team and provide high-quality service to their clients.

Your responsibilities will include managing your own caseload involving sales and purchases of properties, from instruction to post-completion. You should be able to handle full residential transactions with minimal supervision.

Key duties include:

• Submitting AP1 and SDLT forms
• Drafting reports on title
• Liaising with clients and third parties (e.g., mortgage lenders)
• Dealing with enquiries
• File opening and closing, including matter balances
• Companies House Registrations
• Scheduling deeds to mortgage lenders
• Drafting agreements, deeds, and contracts
• 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. The ability to conduct searches independently is essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for a residential property paralegal to gain more hands-on experience and take on more responsibility in an established law firm.

Note: The job posting indicates the expiry date as 19.07.2025, and the position is available for applicants with an EU work permit.