Job Description
Legal Assistant/Paralegal – Residential/Commercial Property
Location: Lewes - East Sussex | Full-Time | Permanent Role
A respected and forward-thinking legal practice is seeking a skilled Legal Assistant or Paralegal with a minimum of 12 months’ experience in residential or commercial property law. This is an exciting opportunity for someone confident in handling a wide range of conveyancing tasks and ready to take ownership of their work in a supportive team environment.
About the Role:
You will play a key role in supporting the property department, assisting with both administrative and legal tasks across a variety of transactions. You’ll be involved in everything from title investigations to form submissions and will be expected to work with precision and autonomy.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conducting priority searches against title (OS1) and insolvency/bankruptcy searches (K17)
* Performing standard residential property searches and AML checks
* Downloading title documents and referred-to documents from the Land Registry
* Completing a wide range of forms including:
* AP1s (charges, lease extensions, transfers)
* TR1s, RX3, RX4, TA13 and Stamp Duty submission forms
* Drafting contracts and responding to Land Registry requisitions
* Preparing contract packs and reviewing seller documentation such as TA6, TA7 and TA10
* Interpreting legal documents and liaising with clients and third parties as needed
Your Requirements:
We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive and confident in managing property-related tasks with minimal supervision.
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Minimum 12 months’ experience in residential or commercial property law
* Strong working knowledge of Land Registry processes and conveyancing forms
* Familiarity with seller documentation and ability to interpret legal forms
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
* Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
* Strong IT skills and experience with case management systems
* Professional communication skills and a client-focused approach
How to Apply:
* Online: Apply with your updated CV via the provided link.
* Contact: For immediate consideration, contact Robert Rowland at G2 Legal.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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