Job Description
Paralegal – Commercial Property
Our client is seeking a Paralegal to join their Commercial Property team in Southampton. The department is recognised as an outstanding and highly regarded team across the South of England, known for delivering pragmatic, solution-focused legal advice across all aspects of property law.
The ideal candidate will have:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and a busy caseload
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent IT and keyboard skills
• The ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Previous residential conveyancing or plot sales experience (essential)
Principal duties and responsibilities:
Pre-Exchange:
• Preparing contract packs for buyer’s solicitors
• Managing and responding to enquiries
• Maintaining a library of precedent replies for each development
• Liaising closely with the developer client’s representatives to provide updates
Exchange of Contracts (under supervision):
• Liaising with the client to confirm completion dates
• Notifying all relevant parties, including the client, agents, and lenders, once exchange takes place
• Producing completion statements for both buyer and client
Completion:
• Liaising with lenders regarding completion requirements
• Ensuring clients receive and return signed documentation
• Preparing buyer completion documentation and confirming readiness for completion
• Notifying agents upon completion and arranging settlement of commission
• Managing file closure procedures
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and forward-thinking property team, working on high-quality developments with experienced professionals in a supportive environment.