Paralegal – Real Estate Finance, London
A leading Legal 500 London law firm is looking to recruit a Paralegal to join its growing Real Estate Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the mid-market’s strongest REF practices, working alongside experienced fee earners on a broad range of high-quality finance transactions, with the support of a specialist Banking team.
This is a busy and varied role, offering excellent exposure to complex secured lending and transactional work, with the opportunity to gain valuable hands‑on experience within a highly respected team.
The Opportunity
You will support on a broad range of Real Estate Finance matters, including:
* Assisting with the preparation and drafting of legal documentation, including loan agreements, security documents and wider transactional documents
* Supporting lawyers on key matters through legal research, due diligence and document review
* Drafting first versions of agreements, advice notes, letters and other legal correspondence
* Managing and maintaining client files, ensuring documentation is accurate, compliant and up to date using Practice Evolve
* Handling Companies House registrations and related corporate filings
* Assisting with transaction management from initial instruction through to completion, including closing processes and post‑completion administration
* Providing wider matter support across the team, helping transactions progress efficiently and smoothly
Working closely with senior members of the team, this role offers excellent exposure to quality work and a strong platform to build experience within a specialist Real Estate Finance practice.
The Firm
* Well‑established Legal 500 London firm with a strong reputation in Real Estate Finance
* One of the largest REF teams in the mid‑market, working closely alongside a dedicated Banking practice
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* High‑quality work acting for an established client base
* Hybrid working model
* Genuine long‑term development opportunities within a growing team
Requirements
* Previous paralegal experience within Real Estate Finance is preferred
* Strong drafting skills with excellent attention to detail
* Highly organised, accurate and able to manage multiple deadlines effectively
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* A proactive team player, comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment
* Calm under pressure, adaptable and confident working with stakeholders at all levels
* Strong administrative and organisational skills with a consistent and thorough approach
This is an excellent opportunity for a junior legal professional looking to build their career within a high‑performing Real Estate Finance team and gain exposure to high‑quality transactional work.
For a confidential chat, please reach out to tom@vastorecruitment.co.uk
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