We are working with a well-regarded firm with a strong presence across the North West, who are seeking an experienced Commercial Property Paralegal to join their Preston office. They are recognised as one of the UK’s top employers, and are known for their commitment to excellence, client care, and the development of its people.
Working as part of a dynamic and supportive commercial property team, you’ll play a key role in both fee-earning and administrative aspects of property transactions, supporting the team in delivering high-quality service to a wide-ranging client base.
As a Commercial Property Paralegal, you will:
- Open, manage, and close client matters in line with compliance and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure files (both physical and electronic) are accurately maintained and updated.
- Support the drafting of legal documents and correspondence under supervision.
- Attend and minute meetings and prepare attendance notes.
- Liaise directly with clients and third parties to assist with queries and progress matters.
- Handle billing processes and liaise with the financial team.
- Undertake legal research and contribute to blogs or legal updates.
- Provide administrative support, including land registry downloads, search requests, and file housekeeping.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
The ideal candidate:
- Previous experience as a paralegal in commercial or residential property.
- Strong academic background.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
- Familiarity with legal research tools such as Lexis Nexis, Westlaw, or Practical Law.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- A proactive, client-focused attitude with a keen eye for detail.
- Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Commercially aware and eager to contribute to the team’s success.
In return the firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package, and a culture that values progression, innovation, and work-life balance.