Cardiff-based | Flexible/remote working considered | Ongoing role
Company Description
We are a property investment company based in Cardiff with a mixed portfolio seeking an experienced paralegal to support us on a freelance/consultancy basis. The successful candidate will take on day-to-day legal and property matters, managing them independently and instructing solicitors where litigation or specialist input is required.
Strong preference for local Paralegals but for the right candidate we are open to anyone based in Wales and the South West.
Role Description
This freelance/consultancy Property Paralegal role involves handling legal and property-related tasks promptly and accurately, preparing and reviewing legal documents, offering legal support and helping the team bring outstanding issues up to date. The role requires effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, as well as ensuring compliance with property-related legal regulations and procedures.
This opportunity would suit someone with strong experience in property-related legal work who is looking for flexible work and has the capacity to take on tasks as required.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
* Drafting, reviewing and advising on commercial and residential leases, licences and related property documents
* Assisting with insurance-related legal matters, including reviewing claims issues and corresponding with insurers
* Supporting dispute resolution and breach of contract matters involving property, contractors, service providers or other third parties
* Advising on and assisting with residential and commercial tenancy matters, including possession, arrears recovery and enforcement action
* Assisting with guarantor, indemnity and debt recovery matters
* Supporting the enforcement of judgments, court orders and settlement obligations where required
* Assisting with claims relating to contractor performance, delay, defective works and associated losses
* Preparing legal correspondence, notices and other documentation connected with property and commercial matters
* Helping to progress ongoing files, resolve outstanding issues and bring legal matters up to date
* Liaising with external solicitors, agents, insurers, contractors and other stakeholders as required
Requirements
* Strong understanding and knowledge of Property Law and other related legal practices.
* Proven paralegal experience in property law - commercial and/or residential
* Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation and Document Review processes.
* Confident managing matters independently and knowing when to refer to a solicitor
* Previous experience with evictions, lease drafting, and contract disputes
* Highly organised, proactive, and responsive - this is essential
* Experience working with a mixed property portfolio is highly desirable
* Solid Research capabilities to ensure compliance and accuracy in legal documentation.
Additional Notes
Ongoing role with potential for growth
Competitive hourly rate
If you are an experienced paralegal who takes ownership of matters, works proactively, and communicates clearly, we would be very pleased to hear from you.
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