JRRL are seeking an experienced and motivated Residential Property Paralegal to qualified solicitor to join our clients Chislehurst team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing their own caseload and supporting a Partner with residential property transactions from instruction to completion.
Possibility for progression as a Residential Property fee earner.
Main Responsibilities for the Residential Property Paralegal
Managing a caseload of residential conveyancing files, including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity, and new build properties.
Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other parties involved in the transaction process.
Undertaking all aspects of the conveyancing process, with support to draft contracts, raising and responding to enquiries, reviewing searches, and preparing completion statements.
Ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering regulations and all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records on the firm’s case management system.
Providing regular updates to clients and proactively progressing transactions to completion.
Liaising with fee earners and other members of the team to ensure the smooth running of the department locally and firmwide.
Assisting the Partner to support progression of transactions
Attending to post-completion matters alongside other members of the team.
Assisting with the preparation of reports and other documentation as required.
Person Specification for the Residential Property Paralegal
Fee earning paralegal, CILEX to NQ considered
Previous in-depth experience working as a paralegal in residential property is essential.
Residential Property career Paralegal or equivalent would be ideal.
Ability to manage a full caseload with supervision.
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional and client-focused approach.
Strong communication and marketing skills to communicate and promote the firm and the discipline.
Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Proficient IT skills, including experience with case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work well as part of a team and independently.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and compliance requirements relating to residential property transactions and Conveyancing Quality Standard.
This is a full-time permanent position with some flexibility for hybrid work after probation. The lower end of the salary range would be for a paralegal with 2+ yrs experience and the higher end would be for a NQ solicitor