Commercial Property Paralegal

Job Description:

Full-time | Office-based

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Paralegal to join a busy and well-established Commercial Property department.

This role would suit a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary currently working within a commercial property team at an established law firm. The successful candidate will have a good working knowledge of commercial property support processes and will play a key role in supporting fee earners to deliver a high standard of client service through efficient secretarial and administrative support.

• Opening new files and completing client due diligence and onboarding checks

• Producing correspondence and legal documentation

• Carrying out property searches and dealing with the Land Registry

• Liaising with clients and external organisations, handling basic enquiries by telephone

• Diary management, arranging and attending meetings, preparing agendas and taking minutes

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client files

• Monitoring key dates and reminder systems

• File closing and archiving

• General administrative tasks including scanning, photocopying and filing

• Supporting team administration, including answering external calls, managing post and welcoming clients

You will be someone who can demonstrate:

• Experience in a commercial property support role within a law firm

• The ability to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities

• A proactive, enthusiastic and hardworking approach

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent organisation and attention to detail

• Flexibility and adaptability in a busy office environment

• A professional and presentable manner

• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

• A full-time, office-based role within a busy commercial property team

• The opportunity to develop your skills alongside experienced and supportive colleagues

• Exposure to high-quality commercial property work

• A friendly, professional working environment with long-term development prospects

If this roe is of interest to you please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge