Landlord & Tenant Senior Paralegal
Salary: £33,000 +
Location: Bristol or Leeds
Contract Type: Permanent, Full or Part Time
The Role
A technically adept and commercially aware paralegal is sought to join the Civil Litigation Division within this leading regional law firm. This role involves managing litigated claims across a spectrum of commercial and residential landlord & tenant, and leaseholder & freeholder disputes.
Benefits
Joining this team offers a wealth of benefits. Enjoy excellent annual leave and welfare benefits, a health cash plan, and gym/lifestyle perks. Embrace a work-life balance with flexible working arrangements and a 'Dress for Your Day' policy. Recognition schemes and referral bonuses ensure that hard work does not go unnoticed. Additionally, there are ample opportunities for professional development and routes to qualification.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will support the case handlers within the department while managing a caseload of complex leaseholder/freeholder disputes and commercial landlord & tenant cases. Assisting the Partner in Charge of the Landlord and Tenant team, you may also take on supervisory responsibilities. Active participation in business development and maintaining relationships with insurer clients is expected. Meeting strict deadlines and adhering to service standards is crucial.
Skills and Experience
- Intellectual Curiosity: A keen interest in the intricacies of landlord and tenant law.
- Commercial Acumen: Ability to balance legal expertise with commercial considerations.
- Proven Experience: Demonstrated experience in handling landlord and tenant disputes.
-Supervisory Skills: Prior experience in a supervisory role.
- Flexibility: Adaptability to manage a diverse range of work types, sources, and clients.
- Responsibility: Confidence to take ownership of cases, client relationships, and strategic decisions.
- Team Player: Strong collaborative skills.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Technical Proficiency: Competence with case management systems.
Educational Requirements
Candidates should have significant experience in landlord and tenant disputes. While qualifications as a solicitor, FCILEx, or barrister are advantageous, they are not essential.
Company Overview
On offer is the opportunity to join a national law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to businesses and individuals. The firm prides itself on delivering consistent, high-quality service, fostering strong relationships with business partners such as insurers, banks, and membership organisations.
Apply now for immediate consideration or feel free to give Rachel Phillips a call at TSR Legal on 02920 388100 / in absolute confidence.