Job Description
Paralegal
* Annual Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 including quarterly OTE bonus
* Location: Bath
* Job Type: Full-time
Join our client's legal team, a fast-growing, modern law firm with a specialism in residential conveyancing. We are dedicated to providing exceptional service and using market-leading technology. We pride ourselves on a friendly, supportive work environment with a strong sense of unity and team spirit. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Paralegal to manage their own caseload and develop their career with long-term prospects.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Manage your own sale and purchase caseload under the direction of an experienced lawyer, supported by an administrative team and advanced case management systems.
* Assist the supervising lawyer in managing and progressing all sale and purchase files within your team.
* Review Contract Packs, raise appropriate legal enquiries, and prepare and deliver advice to clients on all aspects of the transaction.
* Draft and approve legal documents under lawyer supervision.
* Handle accounts paperwork, Stamp Duty Land Transaction Returns, Exchange of Contracts, and oversee Completions.
* Supervise and mentor Conveyancing Assistants.
* Proactively update clients and referrers throughout the matter lifecycle.
* Ensure all files comply with company policies and regulatory framework.
* Conduct client meetings and respond to email and telephone enquiries promptly.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Minimum 1 year of experience in a residential conveyancing department, confidently handling sale and purchase transactions for freehold property.
* Experience with leasehold and newbuild property transactions is ideal but not essential.
* Self-motivated with the ability to efficiently organise both yourself and others.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* A positive ‘can do’ attitude.
* Proficiency in Microsoft packages.
* Full valid UK driving licence and ideally own a car.
Benefits:
* Quarterly Bonus Scheme
* Company Pension
* Company Events, including all expenses paid trips abroad
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Subsidised Gym Membership
* Subsidised Parking and Travel
* Modern Offices
* Discounted Dining at Selected Venues
* Additional Time off to Celebrate Your Birthday
* Monthly Pizza Fridays
* Free Fresh Fruit
Additional Information:
* 22 days annual leave