Job Title: Plot Sales Paralegal
Salary: circa £25,000 - £27,000 DOE + bonus.
Hours: Full time
Location: Southampton, hybrid
Job Reference: CWS453
join a well-established, top-tier law firm with a strong reputation in the property sector. Based in Southampton, this award-winning team is seeking an experienced Plot Sales Paralegal to support its thriving residential development practice.
The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in plot sales, excellent attention to detail, and a proactive approach to client service. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their career within a supportive, forward-thinking firm that values long-term development and internal progression.
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Support the legal team with new build plot sales from instruction to completion. Prepare and issue contract packs, respond to standard enquiries, and maintain precedent replies for each development
* Liaise with clients, site managers, and agents to provide updates. Assist with exchange of contracts, notify all parties, and agree completion dates.
* Draft financial statements, coordinate with lenders, and manage execution of documents. Confirm completion, settle agent commissions, and carry out post-completion file closure.
* Maintain accurate records and support the team on high-volume development transactions.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
* Experience working within residential conveyancing, ideally plot sales, with the ability to manage high volume caseload (assistance and support provided)
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent IT skills
* Ability to work to tight deadlines
* Ability to work to your own initiative while working as part of a team.
IN RETURN:
* 26 days holiday + bank + increasing with year service
* Life assurance
* Discounted for several retail, health and professional services
* Flexible work life balance, hybrid working, wellbeing check in and healthcare assessments.
* Many more.
For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk
