Residential Property Paralegal

Residential Property Paralegal – Oxfordshire

Hours: Full-time, office-based

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits

I’m working with a well‑established, highly regarded high street practice with multiple offices across Oxfordshire. The firm is multi‑disciplinary with a thriving Residential Property department supported by a centralised completions team. They offer a friendly, collaborative and hardworking environment where performance is recognised, work–life balance is genuinely valued, and long‑term career development is encouraged.

The firm is seeking a motivated Residential Property Paralegal to join its busy Conveyancing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a supportive, reputable practice. You’ll work alongside experienced fee earners and play a key role in progressing residential property matters from instruction through to completion, with strong in‑house support and a collaborative team culture.

• Assisting fee earners with freehold and leasehold sales and purchases
• Supporting remortgages, transfers of equity and new build transactions
• Conducting searches, preparing documentation and managing pre‑completion tasks
• Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and other solicitors
• Maintaining accurate paper and electronic file management
• Ensuring compliance with AML, GDPR and internal procedures
• Providing clear, timely communication to clients and third parties
• Supporting the completions process with the central team
• Contributing to the smooth running of the department

• Experience in residential conveyancing or a strong interest in property law
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confidence in communicating with clients and progressing tasks independently
• A proactive, professional and conscientious approach
• Strong compliance awareness and familiarity with case management systems
• The ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑street practice environment
• A positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a collaborative team

This role suits an experienced paralegal or an early‑career legal professional seeking long‑term development within a supportive environment.