ROLE DESCRIPTION: EXPERIENCED PARALEGAL/Newly Qualified 

Job title:                           Commercial Property Paralegal/newly qualified Solicitor 

Reporting:                        Reports to the Head of Department

Overall purpose:             To provide first rate legal advice and service to our clients according to their specific needs, ensuring full compliance with policies and procedures laid out by the Firm and by regulatory bodies.  To act as an ambassador for the Firm at all times, actively promoting its services. 

Key accountabilities:

• Assist solicitors in managing a diverse caseload of commercial property transactions, including leases, acquisitions and disposals with minimal supervision.
• Prepare summary reports on title, searches and transaction documents.
• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, and other third parties to gather information, progress files and provide updates on progress.
• Support the team with administrative tasks, including post completion work,  onboarding clients and managing correspondence.
• Attend client meetings and assist in the preparation of necessary documentation.
• Stay updated on changes in property law and regulations relevant to the practice area

SKILLS: 

• Proven knowledge and/or at least 1 year PQE within Commercial Property

• Good communication skills 

• Excellent time management

• Trustworthiness

• First rate interpersonal skills

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday (Plus bank holidays)
• Referral bonus
• Pension plan
• Paycare
• Death in service
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Hybrid / working from home including provision of home office equipment
• Unlimited access to training academy courses

Jackson Lees Group (a part of The MAPD Group) is committed to fostering an accepting an inclusive environment for our people and clients. We know that Making A Positive Difference through the practice of law can be achieved best when we celebrate diversity of all kinds. We actively encourage those from underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds to apply for this role, including people from minority ethnicity backgrounds, religious backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people, disabled people, people from different social backgrounds and of different ages.