Property Paralegal - 12-month FTC

Harbottle & Lewis LLP; City of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm is seeking a motivated Property Paralegal for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The ideal candidate will assist solicitors, prepare documentation, and handle Land Registry applications. Strong technical skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook are essential, alongside excellent communication abilities. This entry-level role offers exposure to a broad range of legal work in property law.

Qualifications

• Entry level position in a legal firm.
• Experience with legal documentation preparation required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist solicitors in the Property Group.
• Prepare documentation for execution.
• Research and handle Land Registry applications.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Familiarity with Land Registry

Excellent time management

Excellent written communication

Confident and enthusiastic

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Property Paralegal – 12‑month FTC

Harbottle & Lewis invites you to apply for the Property Paralegal role. The position is a 12‑month fixed‑term contract.

The Firm

At Harbottle & Lewis everyone operates at the top of their discipline and we only hire people who share our clients’ entrepreneurial values and focus on excellence. Our clients range from start‑ups to multinational companies, household names to private individuals and their family offices. For over 60 years we have acted for some of the most creative, talented and successful people, businesses and corporates across all of their legal needs. We are well known for our stand‑out expertise in the Technology, Media and Entertainment sectors, but our capabilities spread far wider. Whether we are talking about wealth, relationships or information, our private capital expertise enables us to support our clients and help them successfully develop, grow and protect their assets.

The Property Group

The work of the Property Group encompasses a broad range of work for private individuals, companies (including property development companies and investment vehicles and commercial businesses requiring premises for their own occupation), charities, private banks and high‑profile organisations and individuals. The work involves mainly properties in London and the South East of England and covers offices, shops and residential development. While the focus of the Group is on commercial clients, we act in conjunction with our Private Client Team for clients on the acquisition of high‑end homes.

The Role

We are looking for a Property Paralegal to join us on an initial 12‑month fixed‑term contract. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting solicitors in the group
• Preparing and drafting documentation for execution by clients
• Obtaining copy documentation from local authorities and other agencies
• Researching, dealing with Stamp Duty Land Tax returns and Land Registry applications
• File opening and search tasks
• Pre‑ and post‑completion work on transactions
• Preparing reports for clients on leasehold and freehold acquisitions

Skills Required

• Strong technical skills with experience of using Excel, Word and Outlook
• Some familiarity with Land Registry, HMRC and search provider websites
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Works well under pressure
• Adaptable and flexible
• Team player
• Confident and enthusiastic
• Positive and proactive approach to your work

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice