Residential Property Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Davisons Law; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Davisons Law is seeking a motivated Residential Property Paralegal with at least 12 months of experience. The role involves supporting the conveyancing process, managing client files, and providing excellent client service, with a focus on professional development and teamwork. Enjoy competitive salary and benefits, including additional holiday and health schemes.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid professional subscriptions

Additional holiday days during Christmas

Referral rewards

Option to buy or sell annual leave

Paycare Health Cash Scheme

Discounted legal fees

Birthday off with voucher

Participation in social events

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with at least 12 months of experience supporting a residential property department.
• Strong administrative and planning skills.
• Ability to manage client enquiries and maintain professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage filing systems for client files.
• Provide administrative support throughout the conveyancing process.
• Develop relationships with clients and estate agents.

Skills

Organizational skills

IT literacy

Time management

Client relationship management

Education

12 months experience in residential property

Job description

About Davisons Law

Davisons Law is a leading law firm specializing in Residential Property Law. Known for our client-focused approach and high-quality legal services, we invest in our team’s personal and career development. We are offering an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented Residential Property Paralegal with at least 12 months of experience supporting a residential property department.

What you’ll do

As a Residential Property Paralegal at Davisons Law, you will be a key contact for enquiries and provide administrative support throughout the conveyancing process.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage filing systems, including opening, closing, storing, and retrieving client files.
2. Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, estate agents, and other professionals involved in property transactions.
3. Prioritize work effectively and remain calm under pressure to meet deadlines.
4. Provide regular updates and reports on client matters.
5. Demonstrate strong organizational skills, IT literacy, and experience with case management systems.
6. Be commercially aware, understanding business targets and contributing to fee income generation.
7. Exhibit excellent administrative, planning, organizational, and time management skills.
8. Handle client enquiries face-to-face, remotely, and via telephone.
9. Manage new client enquiries and provide quotations.
10. Support the exchange of contracts, draft completion statements, and prepare files for completion.
11. Report to clients on searches, mortgage contracts, and title packs.
12. Raise enquiries with seller’s solicitors and respond to buyer’s solicitors’ enquiries.

What’s in it for you

Joining Davisons Law as a Residential Property Paralegal offers more than just a job. We support your development and career growth through our Leadership and Technical career paths.

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Additional holiday days during Christmas shutdown
• Referral rewards
• Option to buy or sell 3 days of annual leave
• Paycare Health Cash Scheme
• Discounted legal fees
• Your birthday off plus a gift voucher
• Participation in social events, dress down & treat days, Christmas celebration, and local office events

Equal Opportunities

Davisons Law is committed to equality and diversity. We value individuality and foster a culture where everyone is treated equally, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation, or religious beliefs.

Additional Information

Please note, high application volumes may lead to earlier closing dates. Employment is subject to various checks once an offer is made.

Join Davisons Law as a Residential Property Paralegal and be part of a firm that values you and provides opportunities to thrive.