Commercial Property and Commercial Legal Assistant/Paralegal

We are seeking a Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join our friendly, busy Business Services Department.

The successful candidate will be required to assist fee earners in our Business Services Department with the day to day running of commercial property and general commercial files from start to finish.

Previous experience is preferred. Ideally a minimum of 1 years’ experience in Commercial Property or general Commercial.

The candidate must have the following essential skills for the role:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• A strong user knowledge of IT packages such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Be a team player focused on providing an exceptional service with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organisation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills communicating with clients, lenders and other solicitors.

Tasks will include the following:

1. Pre and post completion work
2. File opening and closing
3. Liaising with clients, lenders and other related parties
4. Admin tasks for active matters
5. Reviewing Title Deeds
6. Preparing and submitting Land Registry applications and SDLT returns
7. Assisting with drafting/reviewing documents such as:

1. • Leases
   • Deeds
   • Contracts and Transfers
   • Various types of commercial agreements

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: Remuneration is competitive and dependent upon experience.

Location: Plymouth, PL4 0BD. Please note this is an office based role.

What to expect working at Woollcombe Yonge

• Generous holiday allowance of 25 days per year
• PLUS public holidays
• PLUS an extended Christmas break
• Work / life balance is encouraged
• Full time hours are 35 hours a week (Our office hours are 9am-5pm)
• City centre location close to the sea and all amenities
• Hybrid working where appropriate
• Death in Service insurance cover
• Progression and training opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Annual Christmas party
• Team socials
• Company rate parking where available
• On site Mental Health First Aiders and Wellbeing champions
• As much tea & coffee as you can drink!

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their experience and suitability for the role to Head of Department – Krista Searle: ks@wysolicitors.co.uk

Woollcombe Yonge LLP is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities