Paralegal (Lending)

Paralegal - Lending

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• Location: Guildford
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• Job Type: Full-time
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• Salary: £26-28,000 (Depending on Experience)
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We are seeking a Paralegal to join our Lending team, providing direct support to fee earners to enhance operational efficiency. This role is ideal for individuals with a legal background in Lending/Property, looking to contribute to a dynamic team.

Day-to-day of the role:

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• Prepare correspondence and documents, possibly from digital dictation, and manage filing systems including the opening, closing, storage, and retrieval of client files.
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• Administer daily filing and handle mail and enclosures for dispatch.
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• Arrange copying, meetings, and maintain up-to-date diaries for fee earners.
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• Prepare conference rooms for meetings, providing refreshments and clearing the room post-meeting.
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• Attend to clients and agents in person and via telephone in a professional manner, updating and chasing for information as needed.
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• Assist with completion statements, post-exchange, and pre-completion formalities.
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• Handle online form submissions including SDLT forms and submit Land Registry forms.
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• Obtain information from local authorities and manage registration and post-completion formalities.
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• Engage in marketing and other non-core activities to support the department’s broader goals.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

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• Legal background with experience in Lending/Property.
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• Proficient IT skills in relevant software packages.
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• High accuracy levels and good work production matching fee earners' pace.
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• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
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• Proactive approach to work, with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively.
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• Demonstrates good customer care, responsiveness, and attention to client service.
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• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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• Commitment to self-development and willingness to engage in training and development activities.
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Desirable Skills:

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• Experience with Practice Evolve or other case management systems.
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• Broad knowledge of law/legal practices.
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Benefits:

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• Competitive salary and benefits package.
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• Opportunities for professional development and training.
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• Supportive team environment focused on personal and professional growth.
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To apply for this Paralegal position in our Lending department, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role to mark DOT watts AT reed DOT com.