Real Estate Paralegal

Job Title: Real Estate Paralegal
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
The Opportunity
We're seeking a capable and committed Real Estate Paralegal to join our well-regarded Commercial Property team. This is an outstanding chance to grow your experience and take on varied, high-value work within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Your Role
You will support fee earners in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, managing both routine and complex tasks. Your responsibilities will include:

• Handling post-completion work (SDLT returns, lease renewals, multi-lease sales, etc.)
• Preparing and submitting Land Registry applications (transfers, charges, notices, etc.)
• Drafting and negotiating legal documents:
• Licences to assign
• Licences to underlet
• Licences for alterations
• Reviewing title documents, preparing lease summaries and reports
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, local authorities, and other stakeholders
• Maintaining accurate records in line with compliance protocols
• Supporting legal research and documentation tasks as required

What We're Looking For
You'll be proactive, detail-oriented, and confident handling responsibility in a dynamic team. Key skills and experience include:

• Previous experience as a Real Estate or Commercial Property Paralegal
• Strong understanding of post-completion processes and property documentation
• Excellent time management and document organisation skills
• Strong communication skills with a professional, client-focused approach
• Confidence working both independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with legal case management software is a plus

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to high-profile transactions and clients
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• A positive, forward-thinking culture with supportive colleagues
• Competitive salary and benefits

CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

This Real Estate Paralegal vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.