We are hiring a Paralegal / Legal Executive

We are actively seeking a Paralegal / Legal Executive to join our thriving Real Estate Department. This role is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated legal professional to contribute their skills and expertise in supporting the firm's dynamic real estate practice. We are Chambers UK and Legal 500 ranked as a leading UK firm, and are renowned for our expertise and track record of success, handling a wide range of complex transactions and representing clients in various real estate matters. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a challenging and rewarding career in the legal field.

 

The role will involve providing a full administrative and executive support function. You will have technical and administrative experience gained in a legal environment. You would have the ability to produce a variety of forms and documents for clients and third parties, extracting the information required from the case file.

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Successful candidates will have some previous legal experience and ideally performed similar duties within a law firm. You will need to possess excellent typing skills coupled with extensive IT skills (all Microsoft application including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook).  

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PDT Solicitors offers a stimulating work environment, competitive compensation packages, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement. The firm is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive culture that values collaboration, innovation, and personal development. 

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Key responsibilities:

 

• Support fee earners

• Keeping records up to date including using a case management system

• Preparing bundles of documents in respect of due diligence and completion

• Dealing with queries from clients, agents, clerks and other solicitors

• Ensuring that compliance rules are followed including managing anti-money laundering documentation

• Opening new files and dealing with engagement and scoping letters

• Answering the telephone

• Organising diaries

• Making appointments with clients

• Completing and submitting SDLT forms, Land Registry application forms or Applying for Land Registry documents

• Making online submissions at Companies House

• Dealing with payments to and from the Client account and balancing ledgers

• Covering reception when required and dealing with post duties

• Maintaining, closing and archiving files.

 

To find out more and apply please visit our carrers website