Real Estate Finance/Securitisation Paralegal (Hybrid Working) Birmingham, England
Job description
The work involves large portfolio charging of a client’s housing stock ranging from 500 dwellings up to several thousands of dwellings. The work is fast paced requiring a high degree of accuracy, organisation and team working skills.
Briefly, the tasks include:
- Reviewing title documentation of the portfolio of dwellings (leasehold and freehold titles);
- Analysing the planning history of the portfolio and reviewing other searches to identify matters adversely affecting the properties;
- Assisting the team on aspects of the securitisation process with the aim of eventually being able to draft certificates of title independently;
- Working closely with other teams within the firm, engaged in banking, funding and development.
The successful candidate will be committed to providing high quality client care and enjoy playing a significant role within the team.
Training and support will be provided as necessary. The team is committed to the development and progression of its fee earners and has a strong track record of supporting its paralegals in progressing towards qualification.
- Some experience in conveyancing (ideally with some elements of property finance or general lender/re-mortgaging work) and are able to analyse titles and searches
- Organisation skills, with the ability to prioritise work tasks effectively
- The ability to work within a team with other fee earners
- Good written skills and to communicate in a professional manner with clients, colleagues and other professionals
- The ability to calmly cope with pressure and juggling tight deadlines
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly excel, and relevant legal IT systems
- A law degree.
Most importantly, you will have the right attitude; a keen willingness to learn and enthusiasm for the very important work we do in this team.
In return we are well placed to offer you a satisfying and rewarding career in a supportive team. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to join a firm that prides itself on being different with strong social purpose values.
