Housing & Commercial Lease Paralegal
| Posting date: | 13 November 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £20,000 to £30,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £25,000 to £28,000 depending on experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 December 2024 |
| Location: | CR0 2BX |
| Company: | United Response |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | UNIT184990 |
Summary
Job Title: Housing & Commercial Lease Paralegal (9 months Fixed Term Contract)
Hours: 35 per week
Location: Remote
Salary: £25,000 to £28,000 depending on experience
Key Purpose of the Role:
To support the Housing and Development team in managing commercial lease agreements and property lease matters, providing expertise in reviewing and drafting leases and supporting negotiations. This role is key in ensuring compliance, protecting the company’s interests, and enabling smooth lease transactions.
Essential Criteria:
- Demonstrable experience in reviewing commercial and property leases, ideally as a paralegal or in a similar role within the legal or property sector.
- Technical Skills: Strong understanding of commercial property law and the legal requirements of lease agreements.
- Analytical Skills: Excellent attention to detail with the ability to interpret complex lease documentation.
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively liaise with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Organisation: Strong organisational abilities to manage multiple lease cases and ensure adherence to deadlines.
- Technology Proficiency: Proficient in legal software and Microsoft Office applications for document management and tracking.
Benefits Package:
- Annual Leave: 25 days paid annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays, pro-rata for part-time), increasing after 3 and 5 years of service
- Pension & Life Assurance: Comprehensive benefits
- Family Leave: Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Recognition: Opportunity to be part of our UR Stars Recognition Scheme
- Health Services: Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, and advice services
- Training: Fully funded training and access to nationally recognized qualifications
- Travel Assistance: Season ticket loan available
- Discounts: Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers
- Referral Program: Incentives for referring friends
Who We Are:
United Response is a leading national charity dedicated to delivering person-centred care and support since 1973. We advocate for equal access and opportunities for the individuals we support, challenging negative attitudes and discrimination faced by people with disabilities, autism, and mental health support needs. Our values are rooted in creativity, strength, honesty, responsiveness, and unity.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
United Response is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We uphold the Mindful Employer values and are recognized as a Disability Confident Leader, committed to supporting applicants with disabilities. We guarantee interviews for all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. If you need assistance navigating our website or completing your application, please contact us at gill.fay@unitedresponse.org.uk.
Note: This position is subject to a DBS Check, with the cost covered by United Response. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme