Residential Property Paralegal — Flexible Hours, Hybrid

Confidential; Shere; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working in the future

Parking nearby

Career development opportunities

Cricket club membership nearby

Job summary

Confidential in Cranleigh, Surrey, is seeking a Residential Property Paralegal to join a growing team. You will assist fee earners with a broad range of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to post-completion, prepare documentation, open/close files, and liaise with clients and third parties.

The role offers a competitive salary (£25,000 - £30,000 DOE), flexible hours in a trust-based environment, potential for hybrid working in the future, and a pathway for long-term career

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience within a residential conveyancing or property law environment.
• Previous experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or Conveyancing Assistant would be advantageous.
• A sound understanding of the residential conveyancing process.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and client care abilities.
• Ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively.
• Positive, proactive, and team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced fee earners with a broad range of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to post-completion.
• Prepare legal documentation and correspondence.
• Handle the opening and closing of files.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, solicitors, and other third parties.
• Order searches and review results.
• Draft contracts, transfer deeds, and completion statements.
• Manage post-completion matters, including Land Registry applications and SDLT submissions.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance procedures are followed.
• Provide excellent client service throughout the transaction process.

Skills

Conveyancing knowledge

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Client care

Job description

Confidential in Cranleigh, Surrey, is seeking a Residential Property Paralegal to join a growing team. You will assist fee earners with a broad range of residential conveyancing matters from instruction through to post-completion, prepare documentation, open/close files, and liaise with clients and third parties.

The role offers a competitive salary (£25,000 - £30,000 DOE), flexible hours in a trust-based environment, potential for hybrid working in the future, and a pathway for long-term career