A place to make things happen
Location: Hybrid, Bradford (approx.. 2 days in the office)
Salary: £35,008 per annum
Permanent: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm
We believe everyone should have a safe and affordable place to call home. It’s this belief that drives everything we do and inspires us to go above and beyond for our customers. We pride ourselves in understanding their needs and delivering the best customer service, every time.
We’re also proud to be at the forefront of change. We’re on a journey of transformation, finding new ways to support our customers - and our people.
If you’re looking for a career where you can learn new skills, try new things and shape your future, there’s a place for you at Accent.
Build Your Legal Career With Us
Are you a detail-oriented law graduate looking to develop your legal career in a varied, hands-on role? Do you want the opportunity to gain exposure to real estate, housing, commercial contracts, governance and legal compliance within a growing and supportive legal team?
We're looking for a proactive Paralegal to join our Legal Team, providing high-quality legal support across a broad range of property and commercial matters. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with a variety of stakeholders and gaining practical experience across multiple areas of law.
No two days will be the same. You'll be involved in everything from lease reviews and title investigations to legal research, contract drafting and supporting the business on emerging legislative and regulatory developments.
What You'll Be Doing
- Managing a caseload of property, real estate and commercial contract matters.
- Drafting and reviewing legal documents, contracts, leases and title reports.
- Supporting property transactions, title investigations and housing-related matters.
- Conducting legal research and providing updates on legislative and regulatory changes.
- Working with internal stakeholders and external legal advisors to deliver practical legal support.
- Maintaining legal records, documents and contract databases.
- Supporting governance, compliance activities, legal enquiries and business projects.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to build your legal career within a growing team where you'll gain broad exposure to a diverse range of legal work. You'll work alongside experienced legal professionals, develop practical skills and play an important role in supporting the organisation's legal and commercial objectives.
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Salary
The spot salary for this post is £35,008 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. If you’re still developing some of the skills or experience, you can start at a salary 5% or 10% below the spot rate, with clear support and progression opportunities to reach the full amount.
About you
We're looking for a proactive and organised individual who is keen to develop their legal career within a varied and fast-paced environment. You will have:
A Law Degree (LLB) or Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).
Experience working within a legal environment, ideally in a paralegal or legal support role.
Experience or exposure to property law, real estate transactions, conveyancing or housing-related legal matters.
Excellent organisational skills with a strong attention to detail.
The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
Strong legal research, written communication and drafting skills.
A collaborative approach, with the ability to build positive working relationships across teams.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
A proactive mindset, sound judgement and the confidence to use your initiative.
The successful applicant will be subject to pre‑employment checks, such as DBS and social media screening, before an offer is confirmed.
Interviews
We want your candidate experience to reflect who we are - a place to grow, a place to thrive, a place to be you.
Stage 1: A Place to Connect
A Teams interview with the hiring manager. You’ll learn more about the role and team, and we’ll get to know you – your experience, goals, and what you bring.
Planned date: 3rd August via Teams.
Stage 2: A Place to Show Your Strengths
A role related assessment and behavioural and scenario-based interview focused on how you apply your knowledge to real-life situations. You'll be asked to complete a Customer Service Questionnaire in advance.
Planned date: 10th August at our Bradford office.
We aim to make the process clear, supportive, and genuinely valuable – a place where you feel informed and confident at every step.
A place to build a future
We’ve got big ambitions and we’re looking for people who want to grow with us. Here, you’ll have the chance to learn new skills, shape your career, and thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter.
And because we believe great work deserves great rewards, here’s what you can look forward to:
Generous time off – 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, an extra day for your birthday, and the option to buy more.
Health & wellbeing support – Cash health plan, Health MOTs, online GP access, gym discounts, and a dedicated volunteering day for a cause you care about.
Financial perks – Car leasing options, salary sacrifice schemes, and exclusive discounts through our benefits platform to help your money go further.
Future-focused benefits – Access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, plus life assurance at three times your salary for peace of mind.
Family-friendly policies – Enhanced parental leave, flexible working options, and support for work-life balance.
Career development – From Stepping into Management and Management Essentials training to our Leadership Academy, apprenticeships, and more – we’ll help you grow and succeed.
This is more than a job – it’s a place where you can make an impact, feel valued, and be rewarded for what you do.
We’re Committed to Inclusion
We believe diversity makes us stronger and we’re committed to creating a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.
Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible and inclusive, and if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll make it happen.
Because this isn’t just a workplace – it’s a place to belong.
Please don’t delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or we receive a high volume of applications, we may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.
If you have any queries about the role, please email: [email protected]
Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, Accent do not currently hold a sponsorship license.
If you’re looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society, to our organisation and to your future, apply now.
Recruitment Agencies: We work exclusively with partners on our preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role.
