Commercial Property Paralegal in Sheffield - CRA Consulting

Role: Commercial Property Paralegal
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per annum (with potential for an additional £250/month bonus)
Benefits: Industry-leading training, free parking, free Costco membership, and more

As a Senior Commercial Property Paralegal, your main responsibilities will include:

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  Liaising with clients via telephone, email, and face-to-face meetings, always providing the highest standard of client care.
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  Communicating with solicitors, estate agents, lenders, and other professionals.
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  Performing due diligence for solicitors, clients, and third parties.
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  Requesting essential documentation and progressing transactions effectively.
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  Ensuring timely return of documents from clients and work providers, following up as required.
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  Logging correspondence and managing case files accurately using the case management system.
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  Managing data entry tasks and completing relevant actions within case files.
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  Undertaking general administrative duties in support of conveyancing and commercial property matters.
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  Balancing priorities effectively and responding flexibly to changing demands.
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  Updating stakeholders and referral partners, ensuring all portals are accurate and up to date.
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  Assisting with opening new files and preparing legal documents such as sale contracts and remortgage paperwork.
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  Reviewing and checking title documentation on sale transactions.
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  Preparing replies to enquiries and liaising with lenders regarding redemptions and mortgage funds.
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  Conducting source of funds checks and drafting financial statements and bills.
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  Preparing files for completion, including final searches and coordinating funds with clients.
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  Requesting authority for exchange and completion of transactions.
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  Meeting departmental KPIs and service standards.
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  Serving as a role model through excellent file management and professional conduct.
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  Supporting the Associate Director with delegated tasks as needed.
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  Participating in team meetings and assisting other departments when required.
  

The successful candidate will ideally have:

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  Minimum 12 months of experience in a conveyancing or commercial property legal support role (more senior applicants also encouraged).
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  At least 6 months of experience in a client care or customer service position.
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  Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
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  Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
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  Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems.
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  The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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  A client-focused, proactive approach with a willingness to meet and exceed targets.
  

In return, the firm offers a welcoming working environment and a competitive benefits package, including:

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  Competitive salary of £27,000 - £30,000 per annum
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  25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
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  Additional annual leave for long service
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  Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm with a 1-hour lunch break
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  Industry-leading training and career development opportunities
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  Healthcare cash plan and pension scheme
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  Free on-site parking
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  Free Costco card and daily fresh fruit
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  Subsidised on-site canteen with relaxation area
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  Employee Assistance Programme
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  Death in service benefit
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  'Refer a Friend' scheme
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  Annual summer and Christmas parties
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  Staff recognition and award events

Interested?

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, we would love to hear from you! Apply now or contact Marcus Khazenifar at CRA Consulting for a confidential discussion on or send an email to .