Paralegal – Property Team

We are seeking a permanent, full-time Legal Assistant to join the Property team in our busy St Albans office.

Your Profile:
You will preferably:

• Demonstrate a keen interest in Property law and a desire to develop your career in this area.
• Have excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Possess strong attention to detail
• Have the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Be proactive and enthusiastic about providing support to Fee Earners and the wider team.

We would like the ideal candidate to:

• Assist Fee Earners with administrative tasks, including maintaining ,updating and monitoring case files.
• Draft and prepare legal documents, contracts, and correspondence relating to property transactions.
• Comply with internal AML procedures
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, and other third parties to facilitate the smooth progress of cases.
• Collate and organise documents for property transactions, including contracts, deeds, and completion statements.
• Conduct property-related searches and assist in due diligence processes.
• Provide general administrative support, including handling incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Ensure deadlines are met and work is completed to a high standard.
• Assist Fee Earners in preparing for completions and post-completion tasks, including filing documents with HM Land Registry, replying to requisitions raised by HM Land Registry and closing files.

Working with us:
The salary for this position is dependent on experience.

We will provide training and support to help you grow your skills and career within a friendly and collaborative team environment.

Our offices are professional, modern, and paperless, with significant investment in IT systems to support efficient working.

Our employee benefits include:

• Pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Firm laptop and IT support.
• Hybrid working arrangements available.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• Annual appraisals and salary reviews.
• Generous annual leave: 23 days (plus bank holidays, Christmas, and New Year), increasing with service.
• Support from colleagues and supervisors, ensuring you have the guidance you need.
• Bi-annual firm events, including Summer and Christmas parties.
• Additional perks and benefits packages.

Paralegals at GT Stewart benefit from a supportive working environment, with access to resources and mentorship to help you thrive in your role within the Property team.

We are a multi-office, multi-service Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners firm recognised for excellence in a variety of legal fields.