Property Paralegal
Walsh Employment
London
Location
London, England
Property Paralegal
Location:
Marlborough, Wiltshire Salary:
£35-45K plus excellent benefits package About the Opportunity Our client is a
specialist boutique law firm
advising a loyal and longstanding client base, primarily comprising farming families, landowners, rural clients and complex private estates. They are seeking an experienced
Property Paralegal
to join their property team, supporting a predominantly commercial property caseload. The work is varied and often complex due to the nature of clients'
land, agricultural, rural and wider business interests , providing excellent exposure to high-quality property transactions. Key Requirements You will be an experienced
Property Paralegal
with a sound understanding of commercial property transactions and the ability to progress matters efficiently while providing an excellent standard of client service. Key experience will include: Previous
commercial property paralegal experience , ideally 12 months+ Good understanding of
freehold and leasehold sales, purchases and lettings Experience preparing and reviewing
contracts, leases, title documentation, searches, enquiries and commercial property forms Strong knowledge of the property transaction process from initial instruction through to
exchange, completion and post-completion Confidence liaising with
clients, solicitors, agents, lenders, surveyors and other professional advisers Strong
file management, diary management and organisational skills , with the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines Experience using
case management systems, the Land Registry portal and Microsoft Office Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong
attention to detail A professional, proactive and collaborative approach with appropriate discretion when handling confidential client matters Experience of
agricultural, rural, landed or other complex property interests
would be particularly valuable, as would exposure to commercial acquisitions and disposals, leases, lease renewals, assignments and secured lending. Knowledge of
Stamp Duty Land Tax and Land Registry applications , together with progress towards
CILEX, CLC, LPC or SQE
qualification, would also be advantageous. Role & Responsibilities As a
Property Paralegal , you will work closely with solicitors and partners to progress a varied commercial property caseload, supporting transactions from initial instruction through to completion while maintaining a high standard of client care. Your responsibilities will include: Opening files, completing initial
compliance checks
and preparing client care documentation Drafting
contracts, leases, transfer documents, completion statements and routine correspondence Ordering and reviewing searches, title documentation, enquiries and commercial property forms Liaising with clients, solicitors, agents, lenders, surveyors and the
Land Registry Managing key dates, monitoring transaction progress and keeping clients appropriately updated Preparing matters for
exchange and completion
and dealing with post-completion formalities Managing straightforward property matters under appropriate supervision Supporting solicitors with more complex
commercial, rural and agricultural property transactions Maintaining accurate files and ensuring compliance with regulatory, professional and internal requirements Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity to join a
specialist and highly regarded law firm , working alongside experienced solicitors and partners on varied and complex property matters. The firm offers
26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, pension and an excellent benefits package , together with a supportive and collegiate working environment. There are clear opportunities for
career development and progression , including support towards relevant professional qualifications, with flexible working arrangements available where appropriate.
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Marlborough, Wiltshire Salary:
£35-45K plus excellent benefits package About the Opportunity Our client is a
specialist boutique law firm
advising a loyal and longstanding client base, primarily comprising farming families, landowners, rural clients and complex private estates. They are seeking an experienced
Property Paralegal
to join their property team, supporting a predominantly commercial property caseload. The work is varied and often complex due to the nature of clients'
land, agricultural, rural and wider business interests , providing excellent exposure to high-quality property transactions. Key Requirements You will be an experienced
Property Paralegal
with a sound understanding of commercial property transactions and the ability to progress matters efficiently while providing an excellent standard of client service. Key experience will include: Previous
commercial property paralegal experience , ideally 12 months+ Good understanding of
freehold and leasehold sales, purchases and lettings Experience preparing and reviewing
contracts, leases, title documentation, searches, enquiries and commercial property forms Strong knowledge of the property transaction process from initial instruction through to
exchange, completion and post-completion Confidence liaising with
clients, solicitors, agents, lenders, surveyors and other professional advisers Strong
file management, diary management and organisational skills , with the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines Experience using
case management systems, the Land Registry portal and Microsoft Office Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong
attention to detail A professional, proactive and collaborative approach with appropriate discretion when handling confidential client matters Experience of
agricultural, rural, landed or other complex property interests
would be particularly valuable, as would exposure to commercial acquisitions and disposals, leases, lease renewals, assignments and secured lending. Knowledge of
Stamp Duty Land Tax and Land Registry applications , together with progress towards
CILEX, CLC, LPC or SQE
qualification, would also be advantageous. Role & Responsibilities As a
Property Paralegal , you will work closely with solicitors and partners to progress a varied commercial property caseload, supporting transactions from initial instruction through to completion while maintaining a high standard of client care. Your responsibilities will include: Opening files, completing initial
compliance checks
and preparing client care documentation Drafting
contracts, leases, transfer documents, completion statements and routine correspondence Ordering and reviewing searches, title documentation, enquiries and commercial property forms Liaising with clients, solicitors, agents, lenders, surveyors and the
Land Registry Managing key dates, monitoring transaction progress and keeping clients appropriately updated Preparing matters for
exchange and completion
and dealing with post-completion formalities Managing straightforward property matters under appropriate supervision Supporting solicitors with more complex
commercial, rural and agricultural property transactions Maintaining accurate files and ensuring compliance with regulatory, professional and internal requirements Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity to join a
specialist and highly regarded law firm , working alongside experienced solicitors and partners on varied and complex property matters. The firm offers
26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, pension and an excellent benefits package , together with a supportive and collegiate working environment. There are clear opportunities for
career development and progression , including support towards relevant professional qualifications, with flexible working arrangements available where appropriate.
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