Paralegal

Worthing

Salary dependent on experience

The team at Elite Touch Group are excited to be working with a well-established client who are seeking a Paralegal to join their busy residential leasehold team, based at their Worthing office.

As a Residential Leasehold Paralegal, you will support solicitors and fee‑earners in progressing leasehold sales, purchases, remortgages and variations. The role focuses on efficient file management, accurate document handling, and delivering excellent client service throughout the transaction lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

·       File Opening & Compliance – Prepare client care packs, carry out AML/ID checks, conflict checks and ensure all compliance requirements are met.

·       Leasehold Document Retrieval – Request leases, title documents, management packs, service charge accounts, ground rent statements, LPE1 forms and other relevant information.

·       Drafting & Case Preparation – Draft contract packs, replies to standard enquiries, completion statements and routine correspondence under supervision.

·       Communication & Coordination – Liaise with clients, estate agents, brokers, freeholders, managing agents and other solicitors to progress matters efficiently.

·       Pre‑Completion Support – Conduct pre‑completion searches, organise funds, confirm management company requirements and assist with completion arrangements.

·       Post‑Completion Work – Submit SDLT returns, lodge Land Registry applications, deal with requisitions and serve notices on freeholders/managing agents.

·       General Administration – Maintain accurate file notes, update case management systems, track key dates and support fee‑earners with day‑to‑day tasks.

Skills & Competencies

·       Strong understanding of residential conveyancing, ideally with leasehold experience.

·       Excellent organisation, accuracy and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

·       Confident communicator with strong client‑care skills.

·       Competent in case management systems and Microsoft Office.

·       Ability to work independently and as part of a team.