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Paralegal - Commercial Property

United Kingdom, Leicester 27000.00 - 30000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted January 16, 2026
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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Paralegal to join a busy and well-established Commercial Property department. This role is ideally suited to someone currently working as a Paralegal, Legal Secretary, or Legal Assistant within a Commercial Property team in a law firm. The successful candidate will have experience in a similar role and a good working knowledge of commercial property support processes. You will play a key role in supporting fee earners by providing high-quality secretarial and administrative assistance to ensure an excellent client service.

Job Responsibility

  • Opening files and completing client due diligence procedures
  • Preparing correspondence and legal documentation
  • Conducting searches and liaising with the Land Registry
  • Handling telephone calls, liaising with clients and third parties, and dealing with routine enquiries
  • Managing diaries, coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes
  • Carrying out general administrative tasks including scanning, photocopying, and filing
  • Ensuring client matter files are accurately maintained and kept up to date
  • Managing key dates and reminder systems
  • File closing and archiving
  • Attending and contributing to team meetings
  • Providing general office support as required, including post handling, telephone cover, and client reception

Requirements

  • Currently working as a Paralegal, Legal Secretary, or Legal Assistant within a Commercial Property team in a law firm
  • Experience in a similar role
  • Good working knowledge of commercial property support processes
  • Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • Enthusiastic, proactive, and hardworking
  • Excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage tasks efficiently
  • Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
  • Professional in appearance and manner
  • Conscientious with strong attention to detail
  • IT literate, with good knowledge of Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

What we offer

  • Opportunity to develop your career within a highly regarded Commercial Property team
  • Exposure to high-quality work alongside experienced legal professionals
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment

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