Paralegal

Shepherd and Wedderburn are currently recruiting for a Paralegal to join their team based in Edinburgh. The successful candidate will join as a Paralegal in our Property and Infrastructure division, supporting the Glasgow Property team with conveyancing/plot sales matters, taking responsibility for a number of cases independently and in cooperation with other team members. The successful candidate will:

• work in support of a practising solicitor in delivering legal advice and service to clients;
• work according to general competencies which apply to all paralegals irrespective of practice area, and competencies specific to their own area of practice;
• adhere to a code of conduct aligned with the solicitors' code of conduct.

We can support the successful candidate through paralegal exams.

The main duties of the role will include:

• To negotiate and conclude missives, including reporting to and taking instructions from client;
• To progress and complete plot sales transactions, as required;
• To compile title packs and on-line data rooms for developments/sites;
• To assist in preparation of pro-forma documentation for each development/site;
• To prepare letters of non-crystallisation and deeds of restriction for the lender consent process;
• To assist in the process of buying in and selling on part-exchange properties;
• To examine title for part-exchange properties and report to client;
• To prepare and submit LBTT returns for part exchange properties;
• To prepare and submit applications for registration.

In addition, the paralegal will be expected to assist with the following administrative tasks:

• To order property searches, legal reports and charges searches;
• To establish and maintain datarooms;
• To undertake general file management and organisation;
• To deal with completion arrangements for plot sales;
• To undertake relevant post completion activities;
• To diarise and following up on post-completion actions ;
• To prepare bills including (where required) WIP narrative reports;

• Knowledge, understanding and experience in advising on commercial conveyancing in Scotland;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Good IT skills and knowledge of office systems and procedures and file management;
• Efficient time recording and effective use of case management systems;
• Experience of research, interviewing, writing, drafting or negotiation (as required);
• Ability to work to agreed priorities on an autonomous basis subject to supervision by a qualified lawyer;
• Willingness to attend client meetings and interact with clients in positive manner;
• Proactive and professional approach to role and a strong team player;
• Ability to work under pressure and to deliver to tight deadlines;
• Attention to detail and ability to produce work that is accurate;
• Ability to prioritise workload and demonstrate flexibility when required;
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships both externally and internally across the firm;
• Meet CPD requirements and attend relevant training seminars both inhouse and externally;

Attend networking events and undertake business development, where appropriate

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At Shepherd and Wedderburn we strive to provide a supportive, inclusive and high performance working environment, where everyone feels they belong. Diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our business and we therefore welcome applicants from different backgrounds to all levels of the organisation. To foster inclusivity we particularly encourage applications from those who may be from underrepresented groups, including candidates from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBT+ people, people with disabilities or who are neurodivergent and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

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