Experienced Commercial Development Paralegal Location: Hove, BrightonJob Type: Full-timeSalary: £30,000-40,000 (Depending On Experience) Join our dynamic and forward-thinking Legal 500 law firm, where we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional legal services across the Commercial Property and Development sector. Our team is growing rapidly, and we are now seeking an experienced, motivated, and detail-focused Paralegal to support our expanding Development practice. Day-to-day of the role: Assist with a busy caseload of commercial development matters, including site acquisitions, refinancing, and development structures.Draft and prepare legal documents such as option agreements, promotion agreements, overage agreements, s106 agreements, and pre-emption agreements (with supervision).Conduct legal research, title reviews, Land Registry work, and due diligence checks.Prepare reports, bundles, and documentation for clients and senior team members.Liaise with clients, developers, agents, local authorities, and other professional advisors.Maintain accurate file management, ensuring compliance and excellent attention to detail.Support senior lawyers on complex and high-value transactions.Assist with administrative and organisational tasks essential to progressing development matters efficiently.Keep up to date with changes in commercial property and development law. Required Skills & Qualifications: Significant experience as a paralegal within commercial property or commercial development.Exposure to development-related work (e.g., promotion agreements, options, s106, etc.).Excellent organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple live matters.Strong drafting and document-preparation skills.High level of accuracy and attention to detail.Positive attitude, enthusiastic mindset, and eagerness to learn and progress.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Commercially aware with a practical, solution-focused approach.Team-oriented, sociable, and proactive. Benefits: Competitive annual leavePrivate medical coverLife insuranceCompany pensionEnhanced maternity and paternity payHybrid working9am-5pm, Monday-FridayRegular social events and team activitiesClear routes for progression into fee-earning roles or qualification support (if desired) To apply for the Experienced Commercial Development Paralegal position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position to Mark Watts at Reed.