Commercial Property Paralegal

  • Simpson Judge
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • Jan 15, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

Commercial Property Paralegal

Full-time Office-based

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Paralegal to join a busy and well-established Commercial Property department.

This role would suit a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary currently working within a commercial property team at an established law firm. The successful candidate will have a good working knowledge of commercial property support processes and will play a key role in supporting fee earners to deliver a high standard of client service through efficient secretarial and administrative support.



Key Responsibilities

  • Opening new files and completing client due diligence and onboarding checks

  • Producing correspondence and legal documentation

  • Carrying out property searches and dealing with the Land Registry

  • Liaising with clients and external organisations, handling basic enquiries by telephone

  • Diary management, arranging and attending meetings, preparing agendas and taking minutes

  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client files

  • Monitoring key dates and reminder systems

  • File closing and archiving

  • General administrative tasks including scanning, photocopying and filing

  • Supporting team administration, including answering external calls, managing post and welcoming clients



About You

You will be someone who can demonstrate:

  • Experience in a commercial property support role within a law firm

  • The ability to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities

  • A proactive, enthusiastic and hardworking approach

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Excellent organisation and attention to detail

  • Flexibility and adaptability in a busy office environment

  • A professional and presentable manner

  • Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems



What's on Offer

  • A full-time, office-based role within a busy commercial property team

  • The opportunity to develop your skills alongside experienced and supportive colleagues

  • Exposure to high-quality commercial property work

  • A friendly, professional working environment with long-term development prospects

If this roe is of interest to you please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge