Job Description
Secured Lending Paralegal
Location: Altrincham (office-based for first 3 months, then hybrid: 2 days office, 3 days WFH)
Hours: Full-time, Mon–Fri, 9:00–17:00
Start Date: ASAP (flexible)
Salary: up to £26k p/a DOE
Grow your legal career with hands-on experience and expert guidance.
Join our sociable, hard-working Secured Lending team as a Paralegal, working closely with a senior, highly experienced Solicitor and receiving valuable 1:1 mentorship. You’ll be the main point of contact for commercial clients and referrers, ensuring a smooth, professional experience. You’ll support case progression through document preparation, admin tasks, and system updates. This is a great opportunity for someone with conveyancing experience who’s confident with clients and keen to grow in a friendly, collaborative team.
What You’ll Do:
* Prepare documentation to support the conveyancing process
* Liaise professionally with clients, third parties and introducers by phone and in writing
* Update and maintain the case management system in real time
* Assist with case progression from instruction through to completion
* Prepare completion packs, onboard new clients, and ensure all required paperwork is in order
* Support the team in meeting SLAs while delivering outstanding client service
What We’re Looking For:
* A good understanding of the conveyancing process with at least one year of relevant experience – happy to consider applicants from Post-Completion and Conveyancing Onboarding backgrounds who are ready for the next step!
* Knowledge of purchase and remortgage transactions would be advantageous
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills - confident in liaising with commercial clients
* Determined, organised, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused
* Eager to work within a sociable and collaborative team
* Familiar with case management systems (Proclaim a plus)
* Passionate about delivering great service and achieving results
What You’ll Get in Return:
* A supportive, structured 3-month onboarding programme that combines classroom/MS Teams training with a gradual build-up of real-life casework - giving you the tools, confidence, and hands-on support to thrive from day one
* Quality 1:1 time with a highly experienced Solicitor
* Study support options (employer-funded after 12 months) and ongoing training
* Long-term development opportunities and clear progression pathways into senior roles
* 20 days holiday (rising to 25) + Bank Holidays, with buy/carry over options
* Employee benefits: death in service, EAP, counselling, and salary sacrifice
* Extras: free conveyancing, mortgage advice, staff discounts, free Uber service to/from Navigation Road station
Why PLS?
We’re a fast-growing, modern law firm where people come first. We value individuality, invest in development, and foster a genuinely supportive culture. Join a team where you can grow, be yourself, and make your mark.
Ready to take the next step in your conveyancing career? Apply today!