Residential Property Paralegal (Surrey)

SJC Partners; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Paralegal for their Residential Property department. The successful candidate will handle various legal tasks, support client interactions, and manage documentation related to property transactions. A degree or relevant qualification is essential, along with strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure. This role offers an opportunity to grow in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or CILEX qualification, or proven relevant experience.
• Time spent studying a relevant area of law is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Issue contract papers on sales, including plot sales.
• Assist with the exchange of contracts.
• Support completions and post-completion processes.
• Liaise with clients, agents, and stakeholders.
• Handle enquiries and prepare accurate responses.
• Prepare and draft legal documentation.
• Conduct and check searches and mortgage offers.
• Prepare completion statements and bills.
• Prepare pre-completion paperwork.
• Prepare completions on sales and purchases.
• Prepare SDLT forms and manage post-completion matters.

Skills

Strong planning and organisational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Decision-making skills

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent IT skills

Teamwork capabilities

Active listening skills

Flexibility and accountability

Education

Degree or CILEX qualification

Job description

SJC Partners are currently working with a Top 200 law firm, looking to hire a Paralegal into their Residential Property department.

Role Overview:
The role involves undertaking a range of duties under supervision within the Residential Property team, including:

• Issuing contract papers on sales, including plot sales
• Assisting with the exchange of contracts
• Supporting completions and post-completion processes
• Liaising with clients, agents, and stakeholders in person, by telephone, and in writing
• Handling enquiries and preparing accurate responses
• Preparing and drafting legal documentation
• Conducting and checking searches and mortgage offers
• Preparing completion statements and bills
• Preparing pre-completion paperwork, including issuing notices to complete and associated documentation for plot sales
• Preparing completions on sales and purchases
• Preparing SDLT forms, Land Registry applications, and managing post-completion matters

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage workload effectively
• Clear, logical problem-solving abilities
• Sound decision-making skills within the scope of the role
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Enthusiasm and reliability in supporting the team
• Excellent IT skills and the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Initiative and strong teamwork capabilities
• Flexibility and accountability in approach to work
• Active listening skills to gather and understand relevant information
• Commitment to contributing to a positive and cooperative work environment

Qualifications:

• Degree or CILEX qualification, or proven relevant experience
• Time spent studying a relevant area of law is desirable