Real Estate Paralegal

Our client, a leading global law firm, is seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal to join its London office on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will support a busy Real Estate team across transactional, asset management and post-completion matters and must be immediately available or on a notice period of two weeks or less.

Client Details

Our client is a leading global law firm with an outstanding reputation for advising on complex Real Estate transactions across key international markets. The firm offers a collaborative and high-performing environment where paralegals work closely with experienced lawyers on significant client matters and large-scale projects.

Description

• Assisting with Real Estate asset management matters, including licences, wayleaves and rent review memoranda.
• Supporting property transactions from inception through to completion.
• Setting up, maintaining and managing transaction data rooms.
• Reviewing, collating and organising documentation for sale and acquisition processes.
• Assisting with the preparation of certificates of title and lease reports.
• Drafting transactional documents, client reports and related legal documentation.
• Preparing and submitting SDLT returns.
• Obtaining official copies, title documents and completing Land Registry tasks.
• Verifying tenancy schedules and supporting due diligence exercises.
• Coordinating reliance letters, warranties, exchange and completion processes.
• Managing project administration, timelines and transaction milestones.
• Managing DocuSign processes and execution formalities.
• Assisting with post-completion matters, including Land Registry applications.
• Maintaining deeds, records, schedules and legal documentation

Profile

• Previous Real Estate Paralegal experience is essential.
• Experience supporting Real Estate transactions within a law firm environment.
• Strong knowledge of Land Registry processes and property documentation.
• Experience managing data rooms and large-scale transactions.
• Familiarity with SDLT processes and post-completion matters.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience using document management systems and e-signature platforms is advantageous.
• A law degree or equivalent academic background is preferred.
• Proactive and team-oriented approach to work.
• Ability to hit the ground running with minimal supervision.
• Must be immediately available or available on a notice period of two weeks or less.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work with a leading global law firm.
• Exposure to complex and high-value Real Estate transactions.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Valuable experience within a highly regarded legal practice.
• Broad range of transactional and asset management responsibilities.
• Immediate start opportunity.
• Hybrid working arrangements where applicable.
• Strong professional development exposure.
• High-quality client work.
• Modern London office environment.
• Opportunity to expand commercial Real Estate knowledge.
• Six-month fixed-term contract.
• Excellent addition to a legal CV.