Senior Paralegal: Lease Extensions & Enfranchisement

Confidential; England; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cash plan

Life insurance

Company pension

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Hybrid working

Social activities and sports teams

Dog-friendly office days

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced Senior Paralegal to join our team, specialising in Lease Extensions and Freehold Enfranchisement. You will support senior fee earners, manage your own caseload and help develop junior team members.

You will handle a broad range of property matters, including SDLT and Land Registry filings, working with leading specialists in the field. This role features hybrid working and a strong client-care focus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience within the legal sector.
• Proven experience in residential leasehold matters, including lease extensions and freehold acquisitions.
• Residential conveyancing experience is desirable.
• Strong organisational, communication and client care skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage a varied workload.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of leasehold and enfranchisement matters under supervision.
• Support Partners and Solicitors on complex cases.
• Draft notices, deeds, correspondence and other legal documentation.
• Assist with the supervision and development of junior team members.
• Provide excellent client care and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ensure files are managed in accordance with firm procedures and SRA requirements.
• Record time accurately and meet billing and administrative requirements.

Skills

Lease extensions

Freehold acquisitions

Residential conveyancing

Client care

Organization

Communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Legal groundwork or equivalent experience

Tools

Legal case management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Confidential is seeking an experienced Senior Paralegal to join our team, specialising in Lease Extensions and Freehold Enfranchisement. You will support senior fee earners, manage your own caseload and help develop junior team members.

You will handle a broad range of property matters, including SDLT and Land Registry filings, working with leading specialists in the field. This role features hybrid working and a strong client-care focus.