What Paralegal Residential Property Jobs are in the United Kingdom?

Your new firm
Our client is a well-established regional law firm with a strong reputation across the South East and London. Recognised in leading legal directories for the quality of its property work, the firm acts for a wide range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, families and businesses. Known for its collaborative and supportive culture, the firm places significant emphasis on professional development, career progression and delivering exceptional client service.

Your new role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal to join a busy and successful Residential Property team. Working alongside experienced lawyers, you will support a broad range of residential conveyancing matters while also developing and managing your own caseload under supervision.The role will involve assisting on sales and purchases, transfers of equity, remortgages, licences to assign and deeds of covenant. You will attend client meetings, draft legal documentation, undertake legal research and help progress transactions from instruction through to completion. In addition, you will support the team with Land Registry applications, SDLT submissions, lender portal requirements, billing processes and general file management.This position would suit an existing Residential Property Paralegal looking to develop their technical skills and take on greater responsibility, or an experienced Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary seeking the opportunity to manage their own files and progress their legal career.

What you'll need to succeed
Candidates should have at least one year's experience within a Residential Property team, either as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary or similar. Experience within residential conveyancing is preferred, although applicants with exposure to Commercial Property, Plot Sales, New Homes or other property-related disciplines will also be considered.The successful candidate will be organised, proactive and capable of managing competing priorities within a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and a client-focused approach are essential. Experience of time recording, using case management systems and working towards fee targets would be advantageous.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will join a highly regarded property team with a strong reputation for quality work and client service. The role offers excellent exposure to high-value residential property matters, ongoing training and development opportunities, and genuine long-term career progression. A competitive salary and benefits package is available, alongside hybrid working arrangements, typically involving 2-3 days in the office per week.

What you need to do now
If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to discuss it in more detail, please get in touch for a confidential conversation. If this role is not quite right for you but you are considering a move within Residential Conveyancing, Property Law, Plot Sales or New Homes, I would be delighted to discuss other opportunities currently available. Candidates with more or less experience than outlined are equally encouraged to apply.

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Are you keen to find an exciting new role where you will be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking, agile team? If so, come and join us on the journey.

Michelmores is the destination law firm for the ambitious, the imaginative and the distinctive. We help enterprises and individuals navigate change to find a positive future.

We are a flexible, friendly and inclusive organisation with as clear a focus on fresh thinking as we have on growth and success ula. We value and nurture our people’s potential and aspiration and give them a creative, open and collaborative environment in which to develop a career and succeed.

We believe that whatever your legal experience, you’ll find Michelmores different. From day one, we encourage our Paralegals to feel truly part of the team they support and the wider Firm. Our people are approachable and collaborative. Central to our culture is our friendly and flexible environment, which genuinely allows our people to grow and flourish, both professionally and personally. We really care about what we stand for and want to move/S independent, together.

Right now, we have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Residential Property team in our Exeter office. This will include:

• Assisting a Senior Associate, to include preparation of Legal Reports from a precedent prepared by a Senior Associate, typing your own correspondence and communicating with the clients and other third parties throughout.
• Providing efficient and effective support, aiming to meet all targets in respect of exchange and completion deadlines.
• Attending meetings with clients where necessary and updating clients and third parties on all active matters whenever required.
• Maintaining effective communication with colleagues across the Firm, as required.
• Maintaining time recording on client matters on a daily basis in accordance with the firm's procedures.
• Managing files diligently and reviewing each regularly.
• Complying with internal policies and procedures, ethical standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensuring the confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation and/or information.

The Residential Property Team are the leading property team in the South West. The team are renowned for offering the very best client service, with many clients returning to the team for subsequent property purchases, they set themselves apart by offering a personal approach to help clients at every stage of the conveyancing process. The team are always on hand to give our clients practical advice and aim to ensure that the process is as stress free as possible; we put our clients needs at the heart of what we do.

We take a flexible, agile approach to working patterns. As a team we agree together on the best working arrangements that will enable each of us to provide exceptional client service, to collaborate and connect with colleagues, and to achieve the right home/work relatable balance.

As a Firm we are committed to supporting our people across all levels to achieve the balance they need. We are open to talking about flexible working and empower any candidate to put forward a flexible working pattern to meet their needs.

We are looking for somebody who will understand our values and thrive in our culture. The role would be based from our Exeter office and the ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience of working within residential conveyancing
• Experience of using a case management system.
• The ability to run own files with minimal supervision.
• Experience of working in a process driven environment and working to deadlines, providing excellent client service to both external and internal clients.
• Excellent organisational skills, demonstrable examples of multi-tasking and an ability to juggle competing priorities and work well under pressure.
• Excellent IT skills and proficient with Microsoft Office.

Other skills required include:

• Excellent interpersonal skills; effective communication at all levels (written and verbal).
• A commercial, pro-active 'can do' and professional approach to work.
• Must be flexible, successfully adapting to changing demands and conditions.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Must interact well with others in a sensitive and effective way - a team player.
• Understand the importance of confidentiality and use of discretion.
• Must be self‑motivated, committed to working towards goals with strong enthusiasm and career commitment.
• Self‑confidence, initiative and innovative thinking.

This is a great opportunity to join a Firm which believes potential, neutrally, and teamwork should be valued and nurtured.

We work hard to create .

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our Residential Property team in Bournemouth. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your legal career within a busy and highly regarded team, supporting Partners and fee earners on a wide range of residential property matters while gaining valuable hands‑on experience.

As a Paralegal in our Residential Property team, you’ll play a key role in supporting the progression of conveyancing matters from instruction through to completion and post‑completion. You’ll work closely with fee earners, clients, estate agents, and other third parties, helping to ensure transactions progress smoothly and efficiently while delivering an excellent client experience.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to build upon existing legal experience or take the next step towards a long‑term career in property law.

• Supporting fee earners with a broad range of residential conveyancing matters.
• Opening new files and maintaining accurate records on the firm’s case management system.
• Monitoring key dates and deadlines to ensure matters progress efficiently.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders, and other solicitors to provide updates and progress transactions.
• Managing incoming correspondence and ensuring appropriate action is taken.
• Assisting with file preparation for exchange and completion.
• Supporting fee earners’ caseloads through regular client and third‑party contact.
• Undertaking completion day procedures, including handling redemptions and the transfer of funds.
• Assisting with post‑completion work and file closing processes.
• Maintaining high standards of client care and supporting the team’s commitment to excellent service delivery.
• Promoting the firm’s core values of clients, people, teamwork, and progressiveness.

• A strong interest in residential property law and conveyancing.
• Previous legal experience would be advantageous, although not essential.
• A good working knowledge of conveyancing processes is desirable.
• LPC, Law Degree, MILEX qualification, or equivalent (desirable).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong client service skills and a professional approach.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.
• A proactive attitude with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme and life assurance.
• Access to flexible benefits.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Exposure to high‑quality residential property work within a supportive team environment.
• Clear opportunities to develop your legal career.

If you’re organised, enthusiastic, and looking to build a successful career in residential property law, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Michelmores?

Michelmores is the destination law firm for the ambitious, the imaginative and the distinctive. We help enterprises and individuals navigate change to find a positive future.

Right now, we have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our Residential Property team in our Exeter or Cambridge office. This will include:

• Assisting a Senior Associate, including preparation of Legal Reports from a precedent prepared by a Senior Associate, typing your own correspondence and communicating with the clients and other third parties throughout.
• Providing efficient and effective support, aiming to meet all targets in respect of exchange and completion deadlines.
• Attending meetings with clients where necessary and updating clients and third parties on all active matters whenever required.
• Maintaining effective communication with colleagues across the Firm, as required.
• Maintaining time recording on client matters on a daily basis in accordance with the firm's procedures.
• Managing files diligently and reviewing each regularly.
• Complying with internal policies and procedures, ethical standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensuring the confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation and/or information.

The Residential Property Team are the leading property team in the South West. The team are renowned for offering the very best client service, with many clients returning to the team for subsequent property purchases. They set themselves apart by offering a personal approach to help clients at every stage of the conveyancing process and aim to ensure that the process is as stress free as possible; we put our clients' needs at the heart of what we do.

We take a flexible, agile approach to working patterns. As a team, we agree together on the best working arrangements that will enable each of us to provide exceptional client service, to collaborate and connect with colleagues, and to achieve the right home/work balance.

We are looking for somebody who will understand our values and thrive in our culture. The role would be based from our Exeter or Cambridge office and the ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience of working within residential conveyancing.
• Experience of using a case management system.
• The ability to run own files with minimal supervision.
• Experience of working in a process-driven environment and working to deadlines, providing excellent client service to both external and internal clients.
• Excellent organisational skills, demonstrable examples of multi-tasking and an ability to juggle competing priorities and work well under pressure.
• Excellent IT skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Other skills required include:

• Excellent interpersonal skills; effective communication at all levels (written and verbal).
• A commercial, pro-active "can do" and professional approach to work.
• Must be flexible, successfully adapting to changing demands and conditions.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Must interact well with others in a sensitive and effective way – a team player.
• Understand the importance of confidentiality and use of discretion.
• Must be self-motivated, committed to working towards goals with strong enthusiasm and career commitment.
• Self-confidence, initiative, and innovative thinking.

This is a great opportunity to join a Firm which believes potential, inspiration, and teamwork should be valued and nurtured.

We work hard to create and sustain an open and collaborative environment. We embrace change and constantly evolve to meet our people’s diverse needs, in the same way that we help our clients to navigate and stay ahead of developments, to move forward together.

Michelmores LLP is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We do not discriminate on grounds of race, gender, marital status, age, religion, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability or sexual orientation in the selection, recruitment and treatment of our staff.

The Recruiter Specialists Group Ltd is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Paralegal to support a busy Essex-based team of Conveyancers, handling file progression and client communications.

You will work closely with senior solicitors, assist with fee-earning tasks, and ensure matters progress smoothly through the conveyancing lifecycle, including document preparation and file management in a fast-paced high-street firm.

Abacus Professional Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Conveyancing Paralegal in Belfast. This role requires someone to support fee earners in residential property transactions, ensuring efficiency from instruction to completion.

The ideal candidate will have previous conveyancing experience, strong organisational skills, and excellent attention to detail. Benefits include a competitive salary, supportive working environment, and long-term career stability.

Are you an experienced Legal Assistant or Paralegal looking to take the next step in your legal career?

Our client is seeking a motivated and organised Paralegal to join its long-established and highly regarded Residential Property team in Wadebridge.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a friendly, collaborative department where teamwork is genuinely valued. You will work closely alongside two experienced fee earners, providing essential support while developing your own technical knowledge and practical experience within residential conveyancing.

For the right individual, there is genuine scope for progression, with the opportunity to develop into a fee-earning role in the future.

• Supporting two experienced Residential Property fee earners with a varied caseload.
• Preparing legal documents, correspondence and completion statements.
• Opening and closing client files and maintaining accurate case records.
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders and third parties.
• Managing Land Registry applications and searches.Assisting with exchanges, completions and post-completion matters.
• Diary management and arranging appointments.
• Handling telephone and email enquiries professionally.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and firm procedures.
• Providing general administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the department.

• Previous experience within a residential conveyancing team would be advantageous but not necessary.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• A proactive and positive approach to work.
• Strong communication and client care skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a supportive team.
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career within Residential Property.

• Competitive Salary
• Full-time hours: 8.45am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, with a one-hour lunch break.
• 29 days' annual leave (including bank holidays), with three days reserved between Christmas and New Year.
• Pension scheme following successful completion of probation.
• A supportive and welcoming team environment.
• Clear opportunities for career progression into a fee-earning position for the right individual.

Paralegal – Residential Property

A well established legal practice is now seeking a Paralegal to join its Residential Property team. This Paralegal opportunity is based in the Marlow office and is suited to a motivated individual looking to develop their legal career within residential property. The Paralegal will work alongside experienced legal professionals, supporting a varied client base from first-time buyers to property investors.

The successful Paralegal will be joining an established legal practice with a strong presence across the Chilterns, Home Counties and Thames Valley. The Residential Property team works with a broad range of clients, delivering legal services across all stages of the property transaction process. You will be part of a collaborative team working across multiple office locations.

As the Paralegal you will provide support to the Residential Property team, assisting with legal administration and client matters.

The role will include:

• Supporting solicitors throughout residential property transactions
• Preparing legal documentation and correspondence
• Communicating with clients and third parties throughout transactions
• Providing administrative support across the department
• Expanding your responsibilities through ongoing training

You will be an organised and proactive individual with an interest in residential property and a willingness to develop your legal knowledge.

The Paralegal must have:

• A Law Degree or significant experience within a residential property environment
• Fast and accurate data inputting skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• A willingness to learn and develop within the Residential Property department

• £28,000 – £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Ongoing training and career development
• Supportive team environment
• Exposure to a varied residential property caseload
• Long-term career progression opportunities

If you are a paralegal and are considering your career options, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James on .