Paralegal - Commercial Property

Job Description:

Paralegal - Commercial Property - MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE

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

This role is ideally suited to someone currently working as a Paralegal, Legal Secretary, or Legal Assistant within a Commercial Property team in a law firm. The successful candidate will have experience in a similar role and a good working knowledge of commercial property support processes. You will play a key role in supporting fee earners by providing high-quality secretarial and administrative assistance to ensure an excellent client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Opening files and completing client due diligence procedures

• Preparing correspondence and legal documentation

• Conducting searches and liaising with the Land Registry

• Handling telephone calls, liaising with clients and third parties, and dealing with routine enquiries

• Managing diaries, coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes

• Carrying out general administrative tasks including scanning, photocopying, and filing

• Ensuring client matter files are accurately maintained and kept up to date

• Managing key dates and reminder systems

• File closing and archiving

• Attending and contributing to team meetings

• Providing general office support as required, including post handling, telephone cover, and client reception

The Ideal Candidate Will Be:

• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

• Enthusiastic, proactive, and hardworking

• An excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills

• Highly organised with the ability to manage tasks efficiently

• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment

• Professional in appearance and manner

• Conscientious with strong attention to detail

• IT literate, with good knowledge of Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

What's on Offer:

• The opportunity to develop your career within a highly regarded Commercial Property team

• Exposure to high-quality work alongside experienced legal professionals

• A supportive and collaborative working environment

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