Residential and Commercial Property Paralegal

Residential and Commerical Property Paralegal
Location:   Oxted, Beautiful Offices
Competitive Salary

Are you an experienced Property Paralegal looking to take the next step in your legal career?   My client, is an ambitious law firm based in the picturesque Oxted area, and they are currently looking to recruit a  Property Paralegal   to join their thriving team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to support both the residential and commercial property teams with their busy caseloads. This role offers a varied and interesting caseload, allowing you to further develop your technical property knowledge and make significant strides in your career.

The Role:
As a Property Paralegal, you will be responsible for supporting the solicitors and lawyers by assisting with a wide range of tasks. Your duties will include:

• Handling  Land Registry   tasks, such as lodging applications, registrations, and requesting searches.
• Managing post-completion duties, including submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax returns.
• Completing legal forms and preparing other important documents.
• Communicating with clients, lenders, agents, mortgage brokers, and surveyors to ensure matters progress smoothly.
• Providing general support to the team, including telephone answering, greeting clients, and assisting with account queries.
• Ensuring compliance with  money laundering (AML)   regulations.
• Preparing bills, completion statements, and assisting with financial queries.

The Ideal Candidate:
My client is looking for a candidate who has:

• A minimum of  2 years’ experience   in a property department (candidates without this will not be considered).
• Strong knowledge of  Land Registry   processes and post-completion tasks.
• Experience preparing legal forms and documentation.
• Confidence in using  case management systems .
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients and third parties.
• A solid understanding of  money laundering (AML)   checks and compliance procedures.

Why Join My Client?
In addition to working with a supportive, dynamic team, you’ll enjoy the following perks:

• 25 days annual leave
• Workplace Pension
• Christmas closure   (discretionary)
• On-site parking   (subject to availability)
• Lunch break closure   – between 1pm and 2pm daily
• Dress-down Friday
• Half-day birthday leave   (discretionary)

If you have the relevant experience and are eager to take your career to the next level with a forward-thinking and supportive law firm, I would love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate Consideration or call Sadie Weir   on  01892 540 054   to discuss further.