* Join a national law firm in Leeds
* Great benefits on offer plus hybrid working
About Our Client
The client is a large national law firm with offices across the UK. The firm has a reputation as a great place to work and they advise clients across a range of sectors. They have a growing Commercial Property team in Leeds and now seek a Paralegal / Legal Executive to advise investors and developers on their residential property work.
Job Description
The Property Paralegal / Legal Executive will deal with a range of work including;
* Advising investors and developers
* Dealing with their own caseload of freehold and leasehold sales and purchases.
* Acting for developers on disposing of plots of new build housing.
* Supporting senior fee earners on complex transactions
* Maintaining and building relationships with clients
The Successful Applicant
The successful Property Paralegal / Legal Executive should have:
* Previous experience advising on both freehold and leasehold transactions as well as new build housing developments
* Experience of statutory lease extensions and enfranchisement under the Leasehold Reform Act 1967 and/or Leasehold Reform Housing and Urban Development Act 1993
* An understanding of common issues in the sector such as the Building Safety Act and leasehold reforms
* Good knowledge of the UK Lenders Handbook and the requirements of mortgage lenders.
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload
* Strong communication skills with an ability to build strong interpersonal relationships
* Enthusiastic outlook and a keenness to work collaboratively with colleagues at junior and senior levels
What's on Offer
* Salary range of £25000 - £35000 per annum
* A benefits package including a 5% pension contribution, health care, and a bonus scheme
* 25 days holiday leave
* An opportunity to work in a highly professional environment in Leeds
* Excellent career progression opportunities within the professional services industry
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