Paralegal / In-House Counsel - Full Time - Open to ALL Law Qualifications / Backgrounds
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We are looking for a full-time Paralegal / In-House Counsel with experience in US, UK, or other common law jurisdictions to join our real estate management business in the UK. This is a long-term opportunity where you will be treated with respect and be a valued member of our small but dedicated team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and edit contracts such as leases, works agreements, supplier agreements, and licenses.
- Manage pre-action communication, negotiations, and paper-based litigation for tenants in arrears.
- Analyze and review contracts the company plans to enter into, identifying areas of concern or potential amendments.
- Research compliance matters related to property management and collaborate with the property manager to ensure adherence to legal requirements.
- Handle issues independently with minimal supervision, including conducting litigation independently after receiving issue background.
Requirements:
- Background in law within a US/UK/common law jurisdiction (NOTE: formal qualification as a lawyer is not required and we will consider ALL Law backgrounds, but completion of a comprehensive legal course with research and litigation components is essential).
- Ability to independently research legal matters, find solutions, and make informed recommendations.
- Familiarity with AI tools like ChatGPT, understanding their limitations and ensuring the accuracy of information.
- Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
- Reliable internet (minimum 20mbps download, 10mbps upload) and uninterrupted power.
- Must be proactive, self-sufficient, and capable of working independently.
- Immediate availability to start and complete a 2-3 day unpaid trial to gauge fit.
- Interest in a long-term, full-time commitment to grow with the company.
Work Details:
-Work remotely via a connected machine, Monday to Friday, 10am-6pm UK time (must be contactable outside those hours in case of emergencies).
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV and a short introduction video (specific to this role) with the subject "Paralegal / In-House Counsel Application" to Upgrade to see actual info
IMPORTANT: If you do not send this directly to the above email address with the above subject, your application will not be received.
We look forward to hearing from you!