Commercial Paralegal

  • Simpson Judge
  • Mar 16, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

Commercial Property Paralegal (Minimum 2+ Years' Experience)
Newark Full Time Permanent Office Based

We are working with a well-established and highly regarded regional law firm that is looking to recruit an experienced Commercial Property Paralegal to join its busy property team at their Newark office.

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for a candidate with at least 2 years' experience in commercial property, who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and professional legal environment.



The Role

The successful candidate will support the firm's commercial property team and will be involved in a range of matters including:

  • Assisting with commercial sales and purchases

  • Landlord and tenant matters, including leases and renewals

  • Drafting and preparing legal documents and correspondence

  • Carrying out legal research and due diligence

  • Liaising with clients, agents, lenders and third parties

  • Supporting fee earners throughout transactions from instruction through to completion

This role offers excellent exposure to high-quality work and the opportunity to develop further within a well-established property team.



The Firm

Our client is a longstanding and reputable firm with a strong presence in the region. The Newark office offers a friendly and supportive working environment, and the firm places a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing, team culture, and work-life balance.



Benefits

The firm offers an attractive benefits package including:

  • 21 days annual leave, plus 2 additional days over the Christmas period

  • Bank holidays

  • Pension scheme (4% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution)

  • Death in service benefit (3x annual salary)

The firm is known for creating a positive team culture and regularly organises staff social events, including annual team gatherings and a fully paid Christmas party.



Working Hours

  • Monday - Thursday: 9:00am - 5:15pm (1 hour lunch)

  • Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm

This is a great opportunity for a Commercial Property Paralegal looking to build their experience within a respected regional firm and supportive team environment. If this position sounds of interest to you please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge for more info.