Paralegal in Hertford, Hertfordshire

Paralegal

Location: Hertford
Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are recruiting a Paralegal to join an established legal team in Hertford. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with at least 12 months' experience working within a legal environment who is looking to develop their career within property litigation.

Working alongside experienced solicitors, you will assist with a varied caseload involving property disputes, service charge and ground rent arrears, possession proceedings and landlord and tenant matters.

What You'll Do

• Assist solicitors with managing and progressing property litigation cases.

• Prepare legal documents, court forms, correspondence and case bundles.

• Support service charge and ground rent recovery, possession and enforcement proceedings.

• Assist with landlord and tenant matters, lease breaches and property disputes.

• Liaise with clients, solicitors, courts and other third parties.

• Maintain accurate case records and ensure deadlines and procedures are met.

What We're Looking For

• At least 12 months' experience working in a legal role, ideally within a law firm or legal department.

• Previous experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant or Legal Administrator.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• The ability to manage a busy workload and work to deadlines.

• A genuine interest in developing a career within property litigation.

Who Might Suit This Role

This opportunity would suit an existing Paralegal, Legal Assistant or Litigation Assistant looking to take the next step in their legal career. Candidates with experience in property law, conveyancing, civil litigation, debt recovery or landlord and tenant matters would be particularly desirable.

Why Join

• Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience.

• Opportunity to develop specialist property litigation experience.

• Work alongside an experienced legal team.

• Long-term career development within an established legal practice.