Job Description

Paralegal - Sales & Home Ownership

Location: Manchester

Salary: £22,000 - £28,000

Experience required: Paralegal 

About the Role

We are seeking an aspiring Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team, specializing in sales and home ownership matters.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Sales & Home Ownership Support:
  • Assisting with shared ownership transactions
  • Supporting open market sales processes
  • Helping with interim and final staircasing documentation
  • Preparing initial licence to assign applications
  • Providing administrative support for sales matters
• Conveyancing Assistance:
  • Supporting property acquisition processes
  • Preparing initial legal documentation
  • Conducting preliminary property searches
  • Maintaining accurate case files
  • Ensuring compliance with basic regulatory requirements
• Client Service:
  • Providing clear and timely communication
  • Supporting Registered Providers and Developers
  • Maintaining accurate client records
  • Assisting with client queries
  • Supporting team communication efforts
• Professional Development:
  • Learning team processes and procedures
  • Developing legal administrative skills
  • Participating in team training
  • Understanding housing sector fundamentals
  • Contributing to departmental efficiency

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Paralegal with:
  • Strong academic background in legal studies
  • Interest in residential property transactions
  • Basic understanding of sales and home ownership processes
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong administrative capabilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Proficiency in:
  • Legal documentation preparation
  • Administrative support
  • Client communication
  • Basic legal research
• Enthusiastic and proactive approach
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

Desirable:

• Paralegal qualification in progress
• Basic experience in property or legal sector
• Understanding of shared ownership concepts
• Knowledge of property development basics
• IT and digital literacy

Benefits Package

Financial Rewards:

• Salary: £22,000 - £28,000
• Performance recognition opportunities
• Comprehensive pension scheme

Professional Development:

• Comprehensive induction programme
• Support for paralegal qualifications
• Mentoring from experienced legal professionals
• Opportunities to learn from specialist teams

Additional Benefits:

• Private medical insurance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Comprehensive wellbeing support

Location & Working Arrangements

Based: Manchester office
Working Pattern: Full-time
Hybrid Working: Flexible arrangements available

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an aspiring Paralegal passionate about starting a career in sales and home ownership legal matters, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact:

Lee Hawthorne-Finch
lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.