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.