Adecco
Paralegal – Residential Property
Location: Chiswick
Salary: £29,000
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking a capable and organised Paralegal to support a Residential Property Partner with a varied caseload, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, and transfers of equity.
This role involves a combination of conveyancing support, client communication, file management, diary coordination, and post-completion work. The successful candidate will have strong conveyancing experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to provide proactive support within a busy, client-focused property practice.
Key Responsibilities
Matter Opening and File Management
- Booking appointments, arranging meetings, and managing diaries
- Liaising with estate agents, solicitors, lenders, and clients as required
- Managing file opening, closing, and retrieval procedures in compliance with SRA and GDPR regulations
- Maintaining electronic and manual filing systems
- Communicating with clients both in person and over the phone
- Supporting general administrative tasks and case preparation, including drafting documents such as:
- Contracts
- Leases
- Completion Statements
- Land Registry Applications and Title Searches
- Audio and copy typing of legal documents using digital dictation (if required)
Skills and Knowledge Requirements
Essential
- Previous legal experience within a law firm
- Experience in Residential Conveyancing
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong client care skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Experience using a case management system
- Good typing skills
- Strong numeracy skills
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Proactive and willing to take ownership of tasks
- Flexible and professional approach
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining excellent attention to detail
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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