Commercial Property Paralegal (In-house) - Preston

Job Description Are you able to manage and coordinate the legal aspects of property transactions? You dont need to be a full-on Paralegal for this role, but that kind of background would be exactly the right sort of thing This is a key organisational role focused on ensuring matters progress efficiently from agreed terms through to completion.This is not an inhouse solicitor position. This property developer based in Preston works with several specialist external law firms, and the purpose of this role is to coordinate, manage and drive those firms to ensure smooth progression of all legal matters, focused on ensuring that matters progress efficiently from agreed terms through to completion.About the RoleBased in the Preston office, you will act as the central point of contact for all legal processes across the group, including acquisitions, disposals, lettings and litigation. You will liaise directly with multiple external solicitors and ensure information flows effectively between them and the internal team.Key ResponsibilitiesManaging property transactions once Heads of Terms are agreedLiaising with external solicitors to ensure timely progressCoordinating responses to enquiries and information requestsChasing progress on searches, title matters and documentationMonitoring timelines and identifying potential delaysSupporting acquisitions, disposals and lettingsLiaising with litigation solicitors and assisting with instructions and documentationMaintaining internal trackers of ongoing legal mattersProviding clear, concise updates to directorsThis role is central to ensuring that all legal and transactional matters move forward efficiently.Candidate ProfileYou need to have some experience in a propertylegal environment, such as:Commercial property paralegalConveyancing executiveProperty legal assistantTransaction coordinator within a law firm or property companyYou should also have experience of handling property transactions and be confident communicating with solicitors, agents and professional advisors.Ideally, youll beHighly organisedProactive and persistent in driving progressComfortable managing multiple transactions simultaneouslyFamiliar with commercial property processes including leases, titles, enquiries and completion proceduresA legal qualification is not required, but a strong practical understanding of property transactions is essential.So if you live within commuting distance of Preston and feel like you fit the bill, apply to this advert with an up to date CV or call Ed Collins on 0161 607 5084 for more information

Created: 2026-03-20