Paralegal – Property Team – St Albans Office
We are seeking a permanent, full-time Legal Assistant to join the Property team in our busy St Albans office.
Your Profile:
You will preferably:
* Demonstrate a keen interest in Property law and a desire to develop your career in this area.
* Have excellent organisational and administrative skills.
* Possess strong attention to detail
* Have the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
* Be proactive and enthusiastic about providing support to Fee Earners and the wider team.
We would like the ideal candidate to:
* Assist Fee Earners with administrative tasks, including maintaining ,updating and monitoring case files.
* Draft and prepare legal documents, contracts, and correspondence relating to property transactions.
* Comply with internal AML procedures
* Liaise with clients, estate agents, and other third parties to facilitate the smooth progress of cases.
* Collate and organise documents for property transactions, including contracts, deeds, and completion statements.
* Conduct property-related searches and assist in due diligence processes.
* Provide general administrative support, including handling incoming and outgoing correspondence.
* Ensure deadlines are met and work is completed to a high standard.
* Assist Fee Earners in preparing for completions and post-completion tasks, including filing documents with HM Land Registry, replying to requisitions raised by HM Land Registry and closing files.
Working with us:
The salary for this position is dependent on experience.
We will provide training and support to help you grow your skills and career within a friendly and collaborative team environment.
Our offices are professional, modern, and paperless, with significant investment in IT systems to support efficient working.
Our employee benefits include:
* Pension scheme with employer contributions.
* Firm laptop and IT support.
* Hybrid working arrangements available.
* Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
* Annual appraisals and salary reviews.
* Generous annual leave: 23 days (plus bank holidays, Christmas, and New Year), increasing with service.
* Support from colleagues and supervisors, ensuring you have the guidance you need.
* Bi-annual firm events, including Summer and Christmas parties.
* Additional perks and benefits packages.
Paralegals at GT Stewart benefit from a supportive working environment, with access to resources and mentorship to help you thrive in your role within the Property team.
We are a multi-office, multi-service Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners firm recognised for excellence in a variety of legal fields.
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