Residential Property Paralegal / Fee-earner

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

Job summary

A law firm in Wakefield is seeking an experienced Residential Property Paralegal to manage caseloads and handle property transactions. This role offers the chance for greater autonomy and development in a supportive environment. Candidates should have excellent drafting skills and a solid understanding of property laws.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of experience as a residential property paralegal.
• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload from instruction to post-completion.
• Submit AP1 and SDLT forms, draft reports on title.
• Liaise with clients and third parties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Excellent drafting skills

Job description

Job Title: Residential Property Paralegal / Fee-earner

Location: Wakefield, United Kingdom

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

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

Candidates must have at least 12 months of experience as a residential property paralegal, with excellent drafting skills, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities. The role offers an opportunity to gain more hands-on experience and work with greater autonomy in an established law firm.

Note: EU work permit is required for this position.

McKinlay Law will contact successful candidates within 24 hours. Due to high application volume, not all candidates will receive individual responses.