Role: Residential Property Paralegal / Legal Assistant
Location: Bristol
About the Firm
A friendly and welcoming law firm with a positive working culture and an excellent reputation. The firm is committed to supporting employee development, career progression and maintaining a healthy work–life balance.
The Role
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Residential Property Paralegal or Legal Assistant to join a busy team in Bristol.
Applicants should have at least two years’ residential property experience within a law firm, with a strong understanding of the conveyancing process from instruction through to completion and post-completion.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Handling new client instructions, preparing estimates and issuing client care documentation.
- Conducting client onboarding, including source of funds checks and relevant compliance procedures.
- Preparing and issuing contract packs.
- Obtaining property searches and reviewing relevant documentation.
- Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage brokers, lenders, solicitors and other third parties by telephone and email.
- Managing post-exchange work and coordinating transactions through to completion.
- Preparing completion statements and arranging mortgage funds and financial transfers.
- Handling completion formalities and post-completion matters.
- Managing Land Registry registrations and Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns.
- Monitoring key dates, deadlines and transaction milestones.
- Providing regular client updates and responding promptly to enquiries.
- Maintaining accurate electronic files and updating the firm’s case management system.
- Ensuring all work complies with internal procedures, professional standards and relevant regulations.
Requirements
- At least two years’ residential property experience within a law firm.
- A good understanding of the conveyancing process from start to finish.
- Strong organisational, communication and time-management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- The ability to manage multiple transactions and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
- A professional and client-focused approach.
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Residential Paralegal employer: LR Legal Recruitment
Join a prestigious law firm in Bromley that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. With competitive salaries and a commitment to professional development, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills while managing your own caseload in a supportive environment. The firm's focus on employee well-being and career progression makes it an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the legal sector.
