Paralegal (2128)

As a client facing Paralegal you will proactively manage your own allocated transactions as well as complete activities across a wide range of work types (either as individual tasks or as part of a broader project). Typical tasks would include:

• Drafting legal documents and standard forms


• Liaising with clients and third parties in respect of transactions, where appropriate


• Reviewing and reporting on documents as part of due diligence exercise


• Preparation of LBTT submissions


• Reviewing title documentation and dealing with title queries


• Land Registration applications


• Companies House filings


• Managing electronic data sites including uploading and ordering documentation


• Providing pre and post completion support on transactional work areas


• Legal research


We are keen to hear from individuals who share our values of teamwork and client focus. You will have a strong motivation to join our Real Estate practice team, with at least one year of experience of the above work types, and the ability to work from our Glasgow or Edinburgh offices. You will demonstrate a strong work ethic and the ability to plan and manage your own case load as well as assist Partners, Directors and other colleagues on larger/complex projects. Candidates should be self-motivated, performance driven and demonstrate good attention to detail and commitment to provide clients with high quality legal advice.

Are you interested in joining a global legal business and help us define a future vision? Then get in touch with us, we would be keen to hear from you and discuss your future career at DWF.

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support for more details follow this link: https://www.cleartalents.com/apply/allroles

In the event that external support is required to fill a vacancy, the role will be shared exclusively with select agencies from our Preferred Supplier List. We request recruitment agencies not to send unsolicited candidate submissions to DWF, no fees will be applicable.