Paralegal (Real Estate) in Manchester

Fieldfisher's Real Estate team supports a wide range of national and international clients with meeting their transactional objectives. From initial strategic support to investment acquisitions or disposals, we advise on all aspects of real estate. We tailor our services to be solution-led, commercially minded and flexible to the requirements of a specific matter.

The vacancy is in our Manchester office, serving a variety of clients across the UK and beyond across an array of real estate sectors.

We are seeking an experienced paralegal with a genuine interest in real estate work. The ability to prioritise what is at times a challenging workload, and to work under pressure, are key skills within the role. The right candidate will take ownership of their workload and support other colleagues on transactional real estate matters.

• Calculating and preparing Stamp Duty Land Tax for a variety of transactions and the preparation of SDLT Returns on behalf of clients and ensuring prompt payment of tax due.
• Preparing applications to Land Registry to complete the registration of sales, leases, charges and a variety of other land registration related matters.
• Considering appropriate conveyancing searches and reviewing and reporting on them.
• Obtaining official copies (including suites of referred documents etc) and undertaking searches at Land Registry (index map, pre-completion title and bankruptcy).
• Undertaking pre-completion Company searches/Winding up searches.
• Registration of charges at Companies House.
• Various other administrative tasks including:
• Dataroom management
• Preparing electronic engrossments
• Assisting with completing receipts and payment requisitions for accounts
• Assisting with billing and payments

• Undergraduate law degree or undergraduate degree with law conversion (2:1)
• Previous experience working in a Real Estate Team would be an advantage, but not essential
• Candidates must be very organised, enthusiastic, proactive with excellent attention to detail and IT literate.

We don't have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures, approaches and experiences can only benefit us.

• You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. We’re a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.
• Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more.
• Come for the WOW views: Based on the 17th floor in No.1 Spinningfields, with views of the entire City.
• Nurturing your talent: Take a 'build a career' approach to your training. You'll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you'd like to study more closely.
• Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work, and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity initiatives.
• Inclusion is not exclusive: If all our differences are highlighted, no one stands out for being different. At Fieldfisher, all our rich diversity is celebrated.

We will provide the equipment to allow you to shine at the interview and beyond. Just let us know what you need.

For accessibility information on our Manchester office, visit: Accessing Fieldfisher Manchester ¦ Fieldfisher.

Click 'Apply Now', complete an online application and upload a CV. Successful applications will be invited to a 20–30-minute introductory call with a recruiter. Every role recruits differently. But we'll always let you know what to expect from the process, so you get no surprises.

For hybrid opportunities, you'll be invited to visit our offices for a face-to-face meeting. We try to make sure the process takes around 2-3 weeks only, but we can't always promise that. We will work around everyone's availability. You can contact us at Brianna.Hartridge@fieldfisher.com.

We recruit on a rolling basis. Your application may be reviewed before the application deadline. We accept applications until we have filled the role.