Paralegal

Overview

CMS is looking for a dedicated Paralegal to join our Legal Services Unit and support the UK Real Estate team. The position will be based in Sheffield, Manchester or Liverpool.

Responsibilities

• Manage a busy caseload of transactions, including short term leases, licences to occupy, licences to assign, licences for alterations, surrenders, deeds of variation/easement and rent reviews.
• Handle straightforward purchases and sales (auction sales, residential plot sales) and support larger, complex, or portfolio transactions, covering project management, title and tenancy diligence, and completion preparation.
• Carry out title and occupational lease review exercises and assist with preparing reports and certificates of title.
• Assist with file opening procedures, drafting first retainer letters and ensuring compliance with money laundering regulations.
• Set up and manage data rooms.
• Support completion and post completion registrations, forms, filing and client signing/reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background: degree in law or equivalent preferred (not essential). Working toward CILEX acceptable.
• Previous experience as a paralegal in a Real Estate legal environment.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise conflicting deadlines.
• Detail focused, proactive, and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Outstanding communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually).
• Flexible, hybrid working policy.
• Generous bonus scheme.
• Up to 25 days holiday, rising to 28 days with service.
• Holiday exchange scheme.
• Private medical insurance.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Reasonable adjustments and accommodation for disabled talent in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

For more information about our range of benefits, please visit our Rewards & Benefits page on our website.

Applications should be submitted via the portal as instructed. We have a preferred agency panel in place.