Landlord & Tenant Paralegal

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented Paralegal to join a fast-paced team specialising in landlord and tenant and debt recovery matters. Working closely with the Conducting Solicitor, you will play a hands-on role in managing cases from instruction through to enforcement, ensuring they progress efficiently and to a high standard.

You’ll be trusted to take ownership of your work, contribute to the team’s commercial success, and deliver a responsive, client-focused service. This role offers excellent exposure to a varied caseload, making it ideal for someone looking to develop their expertise while working within a collaborative and performance-driven environment.

Responsibilities

1. Case Management

• Support the Conducting Solicitor with a caseload of possession matters (both standard and defended) and debt recovery cases from initial instruction through to enforcement.
• Proactively manage and progress files, ensuring adherence to court deadlines and client service level agreements.
• Deliver clear, practical, and commercially focused legal support.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date file notes, along with precise time recording.

2. Commercial Performance

• Work towards agreed monthly billing targets.
• Ensure all time is recorded accurately and consistently to support billing processes.
• Monitor work in progress and facilitate timely invoicing.
• Ensure disbursements are billed correctly and highlight any outstanding invoices.

4. Legislative & Technical Awareness

• Keep up to date with developments in landlord and tenant law, including changes arising from the Renters’ Rights Act.
• Undertake continuous professional development to enhance technical knowledge.
• Escalate or report any relevant legislative or regulatory changes impacting active matters.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in landlord and tenant matters
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Experience in debt recovery is a plus
• Commercial awareness and understanding of billing practices
• High level of accountability and ownership of work
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work effectively within targets and deadlines
• A collaborative, team-focused mindset

Interview Process

• Introductory call with our Talent team
• Case study exercise
• Final Interview (Hiring Managers)
• We offer!