Residential Property Paralegal

Chadwick Nott - East and West Midlands, NHC & East Anglia; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Oxfordshire is seeking a motivated Residential Property Paralegal to join its busy Conveyancing team. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to develop their careers in a friendly and collaborative environment. The role involves assisting with residential property transactions, liaising with clients and ensuring compliance with legal procedures. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in property law, excellent organisational skills, and a proactive attitude. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive environment

Long-term career development

Qualifications

• Experience in residential conveyancing or a strong interest in property law.
• Confidence in communicating with clients and progressing tasks independently.
• A proactive, professional and conscientious approach.

Responsibilities

• Assisting fee earners with freehold and leasehold sales and purchases.
• Supporting remortgages, transfers of equity and new build transactions.
• Conducting searches and managing pre‑completion tasks.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Client communication

Understanding of property law

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Residential Property Paralegal - Oxfordshire

Hours: Full-time, office-based

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits

I'm working with a well‑established, highly regarded high street practice with multiple offices across Oxfordshire. The firm is multi‑disciplinary with a thriving Residential Property department supported by a centralised completions team. They offer a friendly, collaborative and hardworking environment where performance is recognised, work-life balance is genuinely valued, and long‑term career development is encouraged.

The firm is seeking a motivated Residential Property Paralegal to join its busy Conveyancing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a supportive, reputable practice. You'll work alongside experienced fee earners and play a key role in progressing residential property matters from instruction through to completion, with strong in‑house support and a collaborative team culture.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting fee earners with freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Supporting remortgages, transfers of equity and new build transactions
• Conducting searches, preparing documentation and managing pre‑completion tasks
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and other solicitors
• Maintaining accurate paper and electronic file management
• Ensuring compliance with AML, GDPR and internal procedures
• Providing clear, timely communication to clients and third parties
• Supporting the completions process with the central team
• Contributing to the smooth running of the department

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Experience in residential conveyancing or a strong interest in property law
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confidence in communicating with clients and progressing tasks independently
• A proactive, professional and conscientious approach
• Strong compliance awareness and familiarity with case management systems
• The ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑street practice environment
• A positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a collaborative team

This role suits an experienced paralegal or an early‑career legal professional seeking long‑term development within a supportive environment.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*