Job Description

Please visit our website to complete an online application: https://mfmac.earcu.com/jobs/vacancy/paralegal-housebuilders-0214-glasgow-office/213/description/

At Morton Fraser MacRoberts we are a new style of law firm, independent by choice and a place where we make our own decisions and our people can have their own say. Our culture empowers all of our people to be the best they can be.

You'll get responsibility early on and the support to make great things happen. And because we understand that hard work comes from people who are empowered to be at their best more of the time, we offer an agile working environment.

We are charting our way to become the best in our field, so if you share our ambition, come chart your best course with us.

Summary of Role

Client facing paralegal role, dealing with new build plot sales and delivering excellent client care, within a busy Housebuilders team.

Key Tasks

Conclude Plot Sale Missives - issuing pro forma missives adjusted to suit the particular plot sale deal and considering any adjustments sought by purchasing solicitors, all to point of conclusion. Issuing appropriate dispositions, shared equity agreements, and other documents relating to new build plot conveyancing transactions from a range of styles, to include consideration of any issues evident from builder's plot plan. Concluding Part Exchange Missives and examination of Part Exchange titles. Dealing with observations from purchasers solicitors in relation to matters particular to a range of individual sites (covering issues like factoring arrangements, road bonding, planning conditions). Preparing cash accounts and invoices from set styles. Dealing with settlements - meeting the requirements of both the builder client and purchaser's solicitors. Carrying out post settlement administration and dealing with general enquiries/issues. Interacting with other members of the team to ensure best client service and with clients directly to ensure documents issued align with agreed sale deals.

Qualifications and Experience

Conveyancing experience essential, ideally builder development related, including drafting, disposition/plan consideration, part exchange and shared equity. Must have a thorough understanding of a property transaction and associated legal aspects. Paralegal or legal qualification desirable but not essential.

Person Specification

You have excellent communication skills, you are articulate, you communicate clearly, concisely and without any jargon. You enjoy working within a team and autonomously on your own initiative. You are personable and good at building and developing client relationships. You are confident and you have a strong belief in yourself and your own ability. You are committed to providing a good client experience and willing to put in extra time and effort when required.
Candidates with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.

Here at Morton Fraser MacRoberts we believe in a positive work life balance and in an inclusive and friendly working environment.

We offer a generous benefits package including:

Profit Related Pay Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance for all employees (BUPA) Holidays starting at 25 days plus 9 public holidays (plus birthday off) Tax Efficient Car Lease Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Life Assurance Income Protection Access to Comprehensive Wellbeing resources Retail Discounts
We operate our business on an agile basis reflecting the needs of our clients and our people to deliver outstanding client service. We will agree a suitable office/homeworking arrangement with all candidates.

As signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, we recognise the value that serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. Please ensure you include any military skills and qualifications you hold when applying for a vacancy with us to ensure they are recognised during our recruitment and selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Life insurance Private medical insurance Sick pay
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Glasgow G2 8JX