Paralegal

Role: Paralegal

Qualifications: Paralegal

Legal or working towards a Law Degree/Paralegal, or CILEX

Our client is adding a Paralegal to their excellent business.

The right person will have a positive personality with a can-do attitude, be highly organised and detail-driven and support our wider legal team across a range of transactional practice areas.

The ideal candidate will have experience in transactionalwork, i.e., preparing and reviewing documents, with the ability to complete priorities and deliver high-quality support in a fast-paced, client-focused legal environment.

Responsibilities: Paralegal

• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, including contracts, loan agreements, security documents and deeds.
• Assist with due diligence, document execution, completion checklists, and post-completion filings.
• Communicate professionally with clients, counterparties, and external stakeholders to gather information and coordinate signatures.
• Conduct legal and factual research, summarise findings, and prepare briefing notes for solicitors.
• Maintain accurate and organised files, manage deadlines, and ensure compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare SDLT returns, Land Registry applications, title reviews, and completion statements.
• Support loan closings, maintain transaction bibles, track conditions precedent, and assist with KYC/AML checks.
• Prepare bundles and manage correspondents as needed.

Skills & Experience: Paralegal

• Experience as a Paralegal with a positive personality, with transactional work experience.
• Strong understanding of legal processes, documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent drafting, proofreading, and document-management skills.
• Confident handling of confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case-management systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Eager to learn and develop within a supportive legal environment.

Benefits; Paralegal

• 24-26 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Pension, Private Health, Life Insurance, ESP
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression