Real Estate Paralegal

City of London Interim View Job Description
Our client, a leading global law firm, is seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal to join its London office on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will support a busy Real Estate team across transactional, asset management and post-completion matters and must be immediately available or on a notice period of two weeks or less.
  • Join a market-leading Real Estate team on major transactions
  • Varied workload across transactional and asset management matters

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global law firm with an outstanding reputation for advising on complex Real Estate transactions across key international markets. The firm offers a collaborative and high-performing environment where paralegals work closely with experienced lawyers on significant client matters and large-scale projects.

Job Description

  • Assisting with Real Estate asset management matters, including licences, wayleaves and rent review memoranda.
  • Supporting property transactions from inception through to completion.
  • Setting up, maintaining and managing transaction data rooms.
  • Reviewing, collating and organising documentation for sale and acquisition processes.
  • Assisting with the preparation of certificates of title and lease reports.
  • Drafting transactional documents, client reports and related legal documentation.
  • Preparing and submitting SDLT returns.
  • Obtaining official copies, title documents and completing Land Registry tasks.
  • Verifying tenancy schedules and supporting due diligence exercises.
  • Coordinating reliance letters, warranties, exchange and completion processes.
  • Managing project administration, timelines and transaction milestones.
  • Managing DocuSign processes and execution formalities.
  • Assisting with post-completion matters, including Land Registry applications.
  • Maintaining deeds, records, schedules and legal documentation

The Successful Applicant

  • Previous Real Estate Paralegal experience is essential.
  • Experience supporting Real Estate transactions within a law firm environment.
  • Strong knowledge of Land Registry processes and property documentation.
  • Experience managing data rooms and large-scale transactions.
  • Familiarity with SDLT processes and post-completion matters.
  • Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience using document management systems and e-signature platforms is advantageous.
  • A law degree or equivalent academic background is preferred.
  • Proactive and team-oriented approach to work.
  • Ability to hit the ground running with minimal supervision.
  • Must be immediately available or available on a notice period of two weeks or less.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package.
  • Opportunity to work with a leading global law firm.
  • Exposure to complex and high-value Real Estate transactions.
  • Collaborative and supportive team culture.
  • Valuable experience within a highly regarded legal practice.
  • Broad range of transactional and asset management responsibilities.
  • Immediate start opportunity.
  • Hybrid working arrangements where applicable.
  • Strong professional development exposure.
  • High-quality client work.
  • Modern London office environment.
  • Opportunity to expand commercial Real Estate knowledge.
  • Six-month fixed-term contract.
  • Excellent addition to a legal CV.
Contact
Lauren Darlow
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7090654
Phone number
+442072692147

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Paralegals / Legal Assistants - Private Practice
Sector
Business Services
Where
City of London
Contract type
Interim
Consultant name
Lauren Darlow
Consultant phone
+442072692147
Job reference
JN-082026-7090654