Residential Conveyancing Paralegal

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Paralegal to join our expanding Residential Conveyancing team based at our Gloucester Road office in Bristol.

You will have the opportunity to work closely alongside the team, which comprises two Lawyers and a Legal Secretary and help with their busy caseloads in a well-supported environment.

The role

As a Paralegal, you will provide cost-effective fee-earning, secretarial and administrative support to the department, including:

• Providing estimates for residential conveyancing by telephone, email, post and in person as required.
• Undertaking certain elements of fee-earning work under supervision.
• Interviewing clients, receiving and taking instructions, and keeping detailed file notes of instructions received and advice given.
• Drafting contract documentation, obtaining documents from the Land Registry and collating documents to include in the contract pack.
• Drafting reports on title, mortgage offers and search results.
• Carrying out the various searches required as part of a normal property transaction, as directed by the fee earner.
• Preparation and submission of Stamp Duty Land Transaction returns.
• Reporting to clients and mortgage lenders with completed registration documentation and deeds, as required.
• Dealing with routine client enquiries and communications, and requests for updates from clients, estate agents, other solicitors/licensed Conveyancers and mortgage lenders/brokers.
• Checking incoming post and draft documents.
• Maintenance of file format and content in accordance with the Office Manual.
• Assisting with Reception duties when required.
• Updating contact details when required.
• Assisting with file audits.
• Ensuring that emails/letters prepared for the lawyers are checked and sent.
• Managing diaries and organising meetings.

You will also be required to assist with accounts procedures such as:

• Assisting in the preparation of bills and completion statements.
• Obtaining payment on account from clients.
• Requesting cheques and obtaining a Partner’s signature for cheques.
• Assisting with telegraphic transfers as required.
• Requesting the transfer of money between the client and office accounts.
• Chasing money due when required.

Full training will be given so that you are confident with our systems.

About us

Barcan and Kirby is well known in the Bristol legal market both as a provider of excellent legal services for individuals and businesses, and as a progressive employer.

We are committed to developing and nurturing our people, and encouraging positive wellbeing and mental health is central to our culture. We encourage open communication and foster a culture where colleagues are supported in achieving a real work/life balance.

At Barcan and Kirby, we work hard to maintain a culture of kindness and friendliness, and welcome applications from individuals who fit with our values.

We like to think that we do things a bit differently from other law firms.

The ideal candidate

The ideal candidate will have:

• A Paralegal Practice Qualification, be a Trainee CILEx* or have a Law degree.
• Paralegal experience, ideally in a Residential or New Build Property team.
• Experience working with clients in a fast-paced environment and to tight deadlines.
• A GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths, grade 4 or above.
• Experience in filing and paper management.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

*If you are not currently working towards this, you must be prepared to simultaneously commence this.

Location and working hours

• Full-time (office hours are 9am – 5.15pm, Monday to Friday).
• Part-time may be considered.
• The role is based at our Gloucester Road office in Bishopston, but with the option to apply for hybrid working post-probation.

Belonging at Barcan and Kirby

We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment. We want you to bring your true self to work and encourage applications from anyone who embodies our values, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, disability status, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or anything else that makes you, you.

If there is anything we can do to make things more comfortable for you as part of the application process, including making a reasonable adjustment, please let us know by emailing recruitment@barcankirby.co.uk.

Closing date for applications

Applications for this role close at 9am on Monday 30^th June, with interviews on Thursday 17^th July.

How to apply

Ready to apply for this role? Send us your CV and cover letter using the form below. Got a question? Email our recruitment team.