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Shoosmiths are seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to join the Plot Sales Team who act on behalf of developers, traders, entrepreneurs and home builders across the UK. This role is a 12 month fixed term contract. As a Conveyancing Assistant, you will join a team who are responsible for providing full administrative support (including audio typing) to our national plots team. You will be responsible for producing legal documentation to a high level of accuracy and working with your team to ensure deadlines and performance targets are met. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who is looking to move into a growing practice and develop a legal career, as full training will be given around the end-to-end conveyancing lifecycle. The team We have specialist conveyancing teams qualified to deal with residential conveyancing. These teams include Solicitors, Licensed Conveyancers, Legal Executives, experienced non-qualified Conveyancers, paralegals and support staff. Our dedicated team of conveyancing lawyers and supporting paralegal progressors provide an unrivalled level of attention, treating each transaction with care and consideration. We recognise that no two transactions or clients' requirements are the same and we seek to match our services to meet every need, mindful that this can be a stressful experience which we seek to offset wherever possible. Our expert team progress our clients' instructions for 5,000 properties bought and sold each year, while our clients include private individuals, property investors, developers and lenders. The firm Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world's most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve 'Platinum Standard' Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm. We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits. To discover more about our benefits, please visit: Benefits Package Skills and qualifications The ideal candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills and it would be helpful to have previous experience working in a customer service position. You will enjoy working as part of a team and also possess excellent organisational and time-management skills. A strong attention to detail is also required, as you will be drafting legal paperwork, inputting data and audio typing. You will be passionate about helping people and like to be thoroughly organised to prioritise work independently. Essential knowledge and experience Good team player Good communication and client care skills Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Enthusiasm and willingness to learn Able to work under pressure and to deadlines "Apply Now" to fill the application form on our Careers website and review the Benefits package.

Paralegal Private Family Law Ref: BCR/JP/32389 Birmingham Salary: 25,000 - 28,000 (Depending on Experience) An established Birmingham law firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join its busy Family Law team. The role involves providing support across a varied caseload, working closely with fee earners and assisting with matters including Divorce, Financial Remedies, Child Arrangements, and other related family law issues. Paralegal Responsibilities: Prepare and draft legal paperwork, including statements and court bundles Maintain diaries and ensure all court deadlines are tracked via case management systems Assist with the opening and closing of client files in line with procedures Communicate with clients, solicitors, and external parties as required Provide support with Legal Aid applications and ensure compliance requirements are met Essential skills: Previous experience within Family Law is essential Confident using IT systems, including Microsoft Office applications Strong verbal and written communication with excellent client care skills Ability to manage workload independently as well as collaboratively High level of accuracy with strong organisational skills and attention to detail If you have experience within Family Law in Birmingham, apply now! INDHP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales

Private Client Paralegal Leading Legal 500 Firm London Are you an ambitious Private Client Paralegal looking to develop your career with a highly regarded Legal 500 law firm?An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Paralegal to join the expanding Private Client team of a long established and well respected London law firm. This role is ideal for a Private Client Paralegal with at least one year's experience who is looking to gain exposure to high quality work within a supportive and collaborative environment.Working alongside experienced Private Client Solicitors, you will assist with a broad range of Private Client matters including wills, probate, estate administration, lasting powers of attorney and trusts, while receiving ongoing training and mentoring to support your long term career development.The role is primarily based in London with occasional travel between offices where required. The successful Private Client Paralegal will be involved in: • Assisting with the preparation of Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trust documentation and Deeds of Severance• Supporting the administration of probate and estates, including preparing probate applications and inheritance tax forms• Liaising with clients, executors, beneficiaries, banks, HMRC and other third parties• Preparing applications to the Probate Registry and Office of the Public Guardian• Assisting with client onboarding, AML compliance and file management• Drafting correspondence, attendance notes and legal documentation• Monitoring key dates and progressing matters efficiently• Providing day to day support to experienced Private Client Fee Earners The successful Private Client Paralegal will have: • At least one year's experience as a Private Client Paralegal or in a Private Client legal support role• Previous experience assisting with wills, probate, estate administration, trusts or lasting powers of attorney• Excellent communication and client care skills• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail• The ability to prioritise a busy workload and meet deadlines• Experience using a legal case management system would be advantageousThis Private Client Paralegal opportunity offers an excellent platform for someone looking to build a long term career in Private Client law. Whether you are currently working as a Private Client Paralegal, Probate Paralegal, Wills and Probate Paralegal or Private Client Legal Assistant, this role offers exposure to high quality work with excellent opportunities for progression. The firm offers an excellent benefits package including: • Competitive salary and bonus scheme• Generous annual leave, increasing with length of service• Birthday leave• Healthcare cashback scheme• Structured training, mentoring and career development• Cycle to Work scheme• Wellbeing initiatives• Length of service awards• Family friendly policies and an excellent work life balanceIf you are a Private Client Paralegal looking to join a highly regarded Legal 500 firm where you can continue developing your skills and work alongside experienced specialists, get in touch!For a confidential discussion about this Private Client Paralegal opportunity, please get in touch with me on or .

Job Title: Post Exchange / Completions Paralegal Location: Farnham, Surrey Salary: £26,000 - £29,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Holiday: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Benefits: Private health insurance (post-probation), full training, supportive team environment About the Role: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Post Exchange / Completions Paralegal to join our busy and friendly conveyancing team, with a private practice in Farnham. This role is ideal for someone with experience in residential conveyancing who thrives in managing files from exchange through to post-completion and closure. You will work closely with the Head of Department and a Senior Fee Earner, taking full responsibility for the post-exchange process, ensuring a smooth and efficient completion for our clients. Key Responsibilities: Manage conveyancing files from the point of exchange through to closure Submit Certificates of Title (COT) and respond to requisitions on title Prepare completion statements and financial accounts Organise and execute the completion of transactions Handle notices to complete and take out necessary indemnity policies Submit Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns Prepare and submit AP1 applications to the Land Registry Respond to Land Registry requisitions Clear residual balances and ensure accurate financial reconciliation Pass completed files to the archiving team Requirements: Previous experience in a conveyancing or legal support role, ideally with post-exchange responsibilities Strong understanding of the conveyancing process and relevant documentation Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to manage a busy caseload and meet deadlines Confident communicator with a client-focused approach Proficient in using case management systems and Microsoft Office Why Join Us? Be part of a supportive and experienced legal team Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package Receive full training and opportunities for professional development Work in a well-established firm with a strong local reputation To apply for the Legal Administrative Assistant position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role or reach out to Mark Watts at Reed, your local legal recruitment specialist, for an informal conversation.

We are working with a respected Leeds based Law firm who are looking for an Assistant Paralegal to join their Wills and Probate team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to develop and further their legal career within a supportive setting; the successful candidate will ideally have a Wills & Probate background, but other areas of a law will also be considered. Providing high-quality paralegal and administrative support to the fee earners where you will be assisting with a wide range of private client matters whilst delivering an excellent standard of client care. Key responsibilities will include; Assisting with the drafting of wills, lasting powers of attorney and related documents Supporting all aspects of probate and estate administration Preparing probate applications and inheritance tax forms Obtaining asset and liability valuations Corresponding with clients, beneficiaries, HMRC, financial institutions and other third parties Attending client meetings where appropriate Managing files Assisting with billing, time recording, and file administration This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Paralegal, Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary, the ideal applicant will have; An understanding of Wills and Probate (desirable) Understanding of probate processes and estate administration Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail Professional, empathetic and client-focused approach Confident written and verbal communication skills Good IT skills, including case management systems and Microsoft Office Ability to work independently and as part of a team If you hold the above skills and experiences and are looking for a new opportunity, please submit your CV for review. Please note that if you do not hear from us within 7 days your application has been unsuccessful.

About us Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals and over 600 staff based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 6th best law firm to work at in 2026. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 42% of our partnership. The team you will join Our leasehold enfranchisement practice comprises fee-earners from both the Residential Real Estate team and the Real Estate Disputes team. The Residential Real Estate team comprises 70 members operating out of 6 of our 7 offices. The Real Estate Disputes team comprises of over 40 members operating out of all offices. Our leasehold enfranchisement practice operates on a national basis regardless of the location of the practice members We have a vacancy within the leasehold enfranchisement practice for a Senior Associate or Legal Director who can work across both enfranchisement and leasehold residential real estate matters. The leasehold enfranchisement practice is currently made up of two Partners, five fee earners and one assistant, working alongside a secretarial pool. Together the team advise on all aspects of leasehold enfranchisement, both non-contentious and contentious. Beyond the core practice, there are supporting, specialist fee-earners in our corporate and tax teams, which ensure our clients receive a seamless end-to-end enfranchisement service. The work you will be doing You will work within the specialist area of enfranchisement and provide a supporting role to the residential property team on more complex transactional areas such as, the disposal of blocks of flats outside the right of first refusal, reviewing the grant of new leases, assisting in the sale or purchase of property with the benefit of a range of enfranchisement claims and to actively grow the enfranchisement sector. Responsibilities include: Responsible for day-to-day management of a caseload including 1993 Act collective enfranchisement and lease extensions, 1967 Act enfranchisement and lease extensions, 1987 Act rights of first refusal Acting for a client base comprising landlords and tenants including public bodies and social landlords Providing strategic advice on structuring the grant of leases to avoid the application of the 1987 Act Acting on voluntary lease extension matters both on volume lease extension matters and individual lease extensions Drafting, advising on and implementing participation agreements and deeds of adherence for collective enfranchisement and 1987 Act acquisitions Reviewing and advising on existing leases and the grant of new leases as part of the Residential Real Estate Team's financing practice Acting on the voluntary disposal or acquisition of blocks of flats Assisting the Residential Real Estate Team with deeds of variation and licences to assign Assisting the Residential Real Estate Team and advising clients independently on licences for alterations Dealing with claims in the First Tier Tribunal and/or Court (desirable but not essential) Actively marketing the sector including regular business development meetings with the sector members, writing articles, commenting on upcoming legislation, etc Attending leasehold enfranchisement training and social events e.g. through ALEP Working alongside and developing relationships with enfranchisement valuers Assisting with the development of processes and precedents within the enfranchisement sector Providing guidance and support to junior practice-members on a cross-office basis including formal training of paralegals Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. What we are looking for A minimum of 6 years PQE in a professional legal environment Contribute to thought leadership and sector-focused marketing initiatives Ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to team development Established client base or network (preferred but not essential) Experience building credibility and trust through effective relationships To be competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel, time recording software, case management, Outlook and digital dictation Experience of leasehold enfranchisement with a proven ability to meet the demands of all areas of enfranchisement matters, including the cross-over between enfranchisement and residential real estate. Experience in the continuous aspects of enfranchisement is also welcomed. You should also have experience of training and managing junior team members and be willing and able to undertake line-management responsibilities. A will have a proven track record of active marketing within this specialist sector and growing new relationships. Applicants that have experience of the contentious side of leasehold enfranchisement are also encouraged to apply for this role. Hybrid Working Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. This role attracts a split of 60% office days and 40% working from home days per week. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application. Benefits As a Birketts colleague, you will be eligible to receive a wide range of benefits: 30 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays Long Service holiday award - 1 extra week every 10 years cont

Our client has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Wills and Probate Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join their team. Working closely with your clients both face to face and via telephone, email and written correspondence, your role will involve a range of private client work including but not limited to: Drafting Wills Drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney documents Probate work Dealing with Estates Inheritance Tax forms Liaising with HMRC We are looking for a team player who can work well with colleagues in the department and across the wider firm. You will need excellent client facing skills but also an organised and professional approach. If you would like to join a small, friendly and successful team this could be exactly what you are looking for! Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.

Property Litigation Paralegal Property Litigation Paralegal Leading Law Firm South East A highly regarded law firm is seeking a Property Litigation Paralegal to join its growing Property Litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Property Litigation Paralegal with previous litigation or property law experience to gain exposure to a broad range of residential and commercial property disputes. Working alongside experienced Partners, Associates and Legal Directors, the successful Property Litigation Paralegal will support on complex and high-quality matters whilst developing their legal knowledge and long-term career prospects. The Property Litigation Paralegal will become part of a collaborative and supportive team that acts for developers, landlords, tenants, investors, property management companies, local authorities and private individuals across a wide range of contentious property matters. You must have previous Property Litigation, Litigation or Property Law experience to be considered for this role. The Property Litigation Paralegal's Role The successful Property Litigation Paralegal will provide support across a varied caseload of contentious property matters and assist fee earners throughout the lifecycle of cases. Responsibilities will include: Assisting Solicitors and Partners on a broad range of property litigation matters. Supporting cases involving landlord and tenant disputes. Assisting with lease renewals, dilapidations, rent arrears and service charge disputes. Preparing court bundles and case documentation. Managing correspondence with clients, counsel, courts and third parties. Conducting legal research and fact-finding exercises. Drafting legal documents, witness statements and letters. Assisting with disclosure exercises and document reviews. Opening new matters and maintaining accurate case management records. Managing diaries, deadlines and key litigation dates. Supporting file management, billing and administrative processes. Assisting with business development activities and legal updates where required. The Property Litigation Paralegal The successful Property Litigation Paralegal will ideally possess: Previous experience as a Property Litigation Paralegal, Litigation Paralegal or Legal Assistant. Experience within a Property Litigation, Real Estate Litigation or Dispute Resolution team would be highly advantageous. A strong interest in contentious property matters. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Experience using case management systems and Microsoft Office. Strong research and drafting abilities. A proactive and professional approach to work. A genuine desire to develop a long-term legal career. Why Apply? Join a highly respected Property Litigation team. Exposure to a broad range of residential and commercial property disputes. Work alongside experienced Property Litigation specialists. Excellent mentoring and training opportunities. Significant client contact and responsibility. Clear opportunities for career progression. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Property Litigation Paralegal seeking high-quality work, excellent training and genuine long-term career development within a successful and growing Property Litigation practice.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Private Client Paralegal/ PA (Private Client) to join a well-established legal firm, offering a wide range of services to both business and private clients. As a Private Client Paralegal / PA in a private client department, you will handle general administrative tasks and sometimes personal support to an individual within the department. This full-time role offers starting salary of £26,000 and benefits. What we are looking for: Previously worked as a Private Client Paralegal, Private Client Legal Secretary, Legal Secretary, Private Client Secretary, Legal Administrator, Legal Assistant, Personal Assistant, Legal clerk in a similar role. Minimum 1 year experience in private client, Wills & Probate. Background in drafting legal documents (probate, lasting powers of attorney, wills & trusts, and general correspondence). Familiarity with IHT forms: IHT205, IHT217, and IHT400. Technical understanding of private client work. Capability to prepare LPA forms and Wills under solicitor supervision. Typing speed of 60 words per minute with digital audio transcription skills. Right to work in the UK. Shift: Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm What s on offer: Competitive salary Sick pay Company pension Bonus scheme Company events Employee discount On-site parking Apply now for this exceptional Legal Secretary opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Our client has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Wills and Probate Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join their team. Working closely with your clients both face to face and via telephone, email and written correspondence, your role will involve a range of private client work including but not limited to: Drafting Wills Drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney documents Probate work Dealing with Estates Inheritance Tax forms Liaising with HMRC We are looking for a team player who can work well with colleagues in the department and across the wider firm. You will need excellent client facing skills but also an organised and professional approach. If you would like to join a small, friendly and successful team this could be exactly what you are looking for! Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.