Paralegal

Job description

W&P Partners Legal Recruitment is working with a highly regarded London law firm seeking a Residential Property Paralegal to join its busy and growing Property team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal with 1–2 years' experience in residential conveyancing who is looking to develop their career within a supportive, well-established firm handling high-quality work. The role offers exposure to a broad range of residential property matters, working closely with experienced solicitors and a diverse client base.

The Role

As a Residential Property Paralegal, you will provide day-to-day support to the Residential Property team, assisting with transactions from instruction through to completion.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting fee earners on a wide range of residential property transactions, including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and Land Registry forms
• Opening and managing client files, ensuring compliance and accurate record keeping
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and other third parties
• Ordering searches and completing post-completion matters
• Supporting the team with general case management and administrative tasks throughout the conveyancing process

About You

We are looking for an organised, proactive individual with a genuine interest in residential property law. The successful candidate will have:

• Around 1–2 years' experience working as a Residential Property Paralegal or in a similar conveyancing support role
• Experience assisting with residential conveyancing transactions from instruction to completion
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to liaise with clients and third parties
• The ability to manage a busy workload and work effectively within a collaborative team
• A Law degree (LLB), LPC, SQE or equivalent legal qualification

W&P Partners Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

07-08-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English