Full job descriptionParalegal - Legal Transactions Team
Location: North London
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Working Pattern: Full-time, Hybrid
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Paralegal with a background in private practice and/ in-house commercial property environments to join a highly regarded Legal Transactions team.
This role offers exposure to a broad range of property matters within a fast-paced and collaborative legal function, making it ideal for a commercially minded property paralegal looking to take the next step in their career.
The Role
You will manage a varied caseload of property transactions from instruction through to completion, working closely with internal stakeholders, external solicitors, leaseholders, local authorities and other third parties.
Key responsibilities will include:
*Managing a portfolio of non-contentious property matters from inception through to completion
*Drafting and negotiating lease extensions, new leases, transfers, easements, licences and other property-related documentation
*Handling Land Registry applications, title investigations, adverse possession matters and unregistered land issues
*Reviewing and interpreting leases, deeds, title documents and complex ownership structures
*Undertaking legal due diligence on acquisitions and property transactions
*Assisting with property-related projects and legal research
*Responding to legal queries from internal stakeholders and providing practical commercial advice
*Supporting the continuous improvement of processes and procedures within the Legal Transactions team
*Assisting with the supervision and development of junior team members where appropriate
About You
To be successful, you will have:
*A Law degree or equivalent legal qualification
*Previous experience within commercial property gained in private practice and or an in-house legal team
*Strong understanding of conveyancing procedures and property law principles
*Experience drafting a range of property documents and legal correspondence
*Excellent title review and due diligence skills
*Experience dealing with Land Registry matters and property transactions from start to finish
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills
*A proactive and commercially focused mindset
Desirable Experience
*Lease extensions and collective enfranchisement matters
*Property acquisitions and disposals
*Property finance transactions
*Easements, rights of way and title defect resolution
*Working within the property management, real estate or investment sectors
What’s on Offer?
*Exposure to a diverse and complex property portfolio
*Genuine variety of work beyond traditional conveyancing
*Supportive and collaborative legal team
*Long-term career progression opportunities
*Hybrid working environment
*Competitive salary and benefits package
If you’re an ambitious property paralegal seeking a role that combines the best aspects of both private practice and in-house legal work, please contact - we’d be keen to hear from you.