The Role
We are looking to further strengthen our Residential Conveyancing team in Edinburgh with the appointment of a Residential Paralegal.
We would also welcome applications from qualified Solicitors.
As a Paralegal at Gilson Gray LLP you’ll be responsible for:
· Acting for clients who are purchasing their new home from a housebuilder and also acting in the sale of their current property where applicable;
· Taking client instructions in a timely manner to ensure progression of missives within the required timescales;
· Attending meetings as taking notes as required;
· Ensuring that client files are kept up to date regularly with all correspondence and documents saved appropriately;
· Maintaining regular contact with, and sending weekly reports to, housebuilders and agents to ensure that all parties are kept up to date on progress;
· Drafting legal documentation including reporting on title to clients;
· Dealing with all aspects of the conveyancing process in purchases and sales and, where applicable, re-mortgages;
· Dealing with post-settlement work where required although the support of a Conveyancing Assistant in this regard is likely.
Required Knowledge and Experience:
· Strong written and verbal communication skills;
· Ability to work as part of a team;
· Excellent knowledge of all aspects of residential conveyancing;
· Ability to build relationships and seek out new Business Development opportunities.
Our ideal candidate would also:
· Be a self-starter;
- Be highly motivated and driven;
- Have a proven track record working in residential conveyancing;
- Have excellent social and interpersonal skills when dealing with clients;
- Possess experience in making quick, informed decisions throughout the process whilst keeping clients up to date throughout;
- Take pride in producing high-quality, accurate and timely information whilst maintaining personable and informative communication;
- Show excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Have the ability to work as part of a large team and contribute to the overall business aims;
- A pro-active, forward-thinking approach is required. The successful candidate must possess a strong drive and willingness to succeed within a competitive environment;
- Possess strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Work from home
Experience:
- Paralegal: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in North Berwick
