Job Description

Paralegal (Commercial Property)
Location: Stamford, Lincolnshire
Salary: Dependent on experience
Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, 9.00am-5.15pm (36.25 hours per week)

A well-established and respected law firm is seeking an Experienced Commercial Property Paralegal to join its busy team in Stamford. This is a great opportunity to work on a wide variety of commercial property transactions and develop your expertise in a supportive and professional environment.

The Role

The successful candidate will work on a broad range of matters, including:

• Liaising with clients and handling enquiries
• Assisting with leasehold and freehold acquisitions and disposals
• Drafting and reviewing leases
• Carrying out due diligence, including title investigation and responding to enquiries
• Undertaking and reporting on property searches
• Liaising with agents and utility companies in relation to easements and transfers
• Preparing auction packs
• Managing exchange, completion, and post-completion tasks, including Stamp Duty Land Tax, Companies House filings, and Land Registry registrations
• Ensuring balances are cleared and files are closed at the conclusion of matters

Additional Responsibilities

• Delivering ongoing service to existing clients
• Supporting colleagues to develop new business opportunities
• Contributing to the growth of the Commercial Property department and encouraging cross-referrals within the firm
• Meeting fee income targets and objectives
• Keeping up to date with changes in commercial property law and practice
• Maintaining and enhancing legal skills through ongoing professional development
• Managing financial aspects of matters, including billing and collection of monies on account
• Recording work and time accurately
• Ensuring all work is carried out in line with quality and risk management procedures

About You

Essential:

• Law degree or equivalent work-based experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and strong IT skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Confidence in managing your own workload and meeting deadlines
• High level of integrity and attention to detail

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a law firm, particularly in commercial property work
• Knowledge of case management systems
• Understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules and Money Laundering Regulations
• Experience using Visual Files case management software

Benefits

The role comes with a competitive benefits package, including:

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Employee assistance programme
• Staff discounts on legal services

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial property paralegal to join a busy and supportive team, working on a varied and interesting caseload.