Residential Real Estate Paralegal
CV-LibraryLondonpermanentPosted: 5 August 2026
Apply NowA highly regarded London law firm is seeking a Residential Real Estate Paralegal to join its market-leading property team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Residential Real Estate Paralegal looking to develop their career within a prestigious practice, supporting high-value residential property transactions for high-net-worth individuals, family offices, overseas investors and private banks.
The successful Residential Real Estate Paralegal will work closely with experienced fee earners on a broad range of prime and super-prime residential property matters, gaining exposure to complex transactions and excellent long-term career development.
The Residential Real Estate Paralegal role:
Assisting with residential property transactions from instruction through to post-completion
Drafting contracts, transfer deeds and reports on title
Ordering and reviewing searches and title documents
Raising and responding to pre-contract enquiries
Liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents, lenders and other third parties
Supporting exchange and completion, including preparing completion statements
Submitting SDLT returns and Land Registry applications
Managing post-completion matters and Land Registry requisitions
Maintaining accurate case files and ensuring regulatory complianceThe successful Residential Real Estate Paralegal:
Previous residential conveyancing experience within a law firm
Strong understanding of the residential conveyancing process
Excellent organisation and attention to detail
Strong communication and client care skills
Confident managing competing deadlines in a busy team
Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
Experience with Elite, Filesite or similar systems would be advantageous
A proactive attitude with a genuine interest in residential property lawWhat's on offer:
Salary of £25,000 - £30,000
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Private healthcare
Life assurance
Pension scheme
Interest-free season ticket loan
Employee Assistance Programme
Excellent training and long-term career progression within a leading Residential Real Estate team
This is an excellent opportunity for a Residential Real Estate Paralegal looking to develop their career within a prestigious practice, supporting high-value residential property transactions for high-net-worth individuals, family offices, overseas investors and private banks.
The successful Residential Real Estate Paralegal will work closely with experienced fee earners on a broad range of prime and super-prime residential property matters, gaining exposure to complex transactions and excellent long-term career development.
The Residential Real Estate Paralegal role:
Assisting with residential property transactions from instruction through to post-completion
Drafting contracts, transfer deeds and reports on title
Ordering and reviewing searches and title documents
Raising and responding to pre-contract enquiries
Liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents, lenders and other third parties
Supporting exchange and completion, including preparing completion statements
Submitting SDLT returns and Land Registry applications
Managing post-completion matters and Land Registry requisitions
Maintaining accurate case files and ensuring regulatory complianceThe successful Residential Real Estate Paralegal:
Previous residential conveyancing experience within a law firm
Strong understanding of the residential conveyancing process
Excellent organisation and attention to detail
Strong communication and client care skills
Confident managing competing deadlines in a busy team
Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
Experience with Elite, Filesite or similar systems would be advantageous
A proactive attitude with a genuine interest in residential property lawWhat's on offer:
Salary of £25,000 - £30,000
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Private healthcare
Life assurance
Pension scheme
Interest-free season ticket loan
Employee Assistance Programme
Excellent training and long-term career progression within a leading Residential Real Estate team