UK remote
Real Estate Paralegal
About this role
The Role: The Real Estate Paralegal will provide legal and administrative support to the in-house Real Estate Legal team, assisting with the management of the Group's extensive property portfolio across the UK and internationally. This will be predominantly Outlets and there will be a opportunity to assist with other matters for the Group. The role will involve working closely with Property, Asset Management, Estates, Finance, and Operations teams to support acquisitions, disposals, lease transactions, portfolio management and day-to-day property matters.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that legal matters are managed efficiently, risks are appropriately identified and business objectives are achieved. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual seeking to develop an in-house legal career within a fast-paced commercial environment. Key Responsibilities Outlet Portfolio Management Maintain accurate records of the Group's property interests and legal documentation.
Monitor and manage key dates and assist with the drafting and completion of licences to occupy, storage licences, short term tenancies and tenancy at wills. Maintain internal property databases and reporting systems. Prepare and review lease summaries and property reports for internal stakeholders. Work across the assets to ensure Tenants across the portfolios are streamlined Transaction Support Support the legal team on lettings, lease renewals and other property transactions.
Coordinate due diligence exercises, collating information from internal and external stakeholders. Assist with the preparation and execution of transaction documents. Manage completion checklists and monitor transaction progress to ensure deadlines are met. Work with external solicitors and attend meetings on behalf of the Group and report back on any updates or action points. Stakeholder Management Act as a point of contact between the legal team and internal departments.
Liaise regularly with agents, surveyors and external law firms. Chase outstanding information and ensure action points are progressed in a timely manner. Assist with resolving day-to-day property queries raised by the business. Legal Operations and Administration Manage document execution processes, including electronic signature platforms. Maintain legal precedent documents and filing systems. Assist with invoice processing, payments to external solicitors, and matter management.