Property Paralegal

Property Paralegal – Legal 500

Salary: Up to £27,000 DOE

Location: Newport – hybrid

OVERVIEW

Join a highly regarded and expanding Property team within a well-established regional Legal 500 firm.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Property Paralegal who is looking to develop their career long-term within a supportive culture.

RESPONSIBILITIES
– Assisting Fee Earners with a range of Residential Conveyancing matters, including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of equity, and new build transactions
– Supporting on files from instruction through to completion, including preparing contract packs, reviewing title documents, raising enquiries, and assisting with exchange and completion
– Handling post-completion work, including SDLT submissions and Land Registry applications
– Supporting compliance with Anti-Money Laundering Regulations, including client due diligence and file checks
– Developing practical and technical property knowledge through internal training, seminars, and webinars
– Assisting with marketing and networking initiatives to support the continued growth of the Property department
– Providing support to other fee earners and departments where required, particularly during busy periods
– Assisting with Reception duties when needed

ABOUT YOU
– Previous experience working as a Property Paralegal (essential)
– Strong experience in Residential Conveyancing, including sales, purchases, re-mortgages, and transfers of equity
– Exposure to the full conveyancing process, from instruction through to completion
– Familiarity with Land Registry applications, SDLT submissions, and post-completion work
– Experience liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other solicitors
– Understanding of AML requirements within a property context
– Confident working independently while supporting a wider team
– Good IT skills and experience using case management systems

BENEFITS
– Hybrid working after initial 3-month office-based period (1-2 days from home if desired)
– 20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional Christmas-New Year closure gifted by the firm
– Birthday day off
– Salary protection and life cover
– Discretionary annual profit share (subject to firm performance)
– Supportive working environment with ongoing training and development opportunities

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today or contact me using the details below for a confidential conversation:

E: Samanta.rimicane @ simpsonjudge.co.uk

P: 07879490799