Paralegal
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Position Overview & Specifications
About us
Austin Lafferty is a leading firm in Scotland, and for over 30 years our specialist team of solicitors have been serving our clients in all aspects of the law. Across four offices we have a team of over 30 experienced members of staff.
Our firm is looking for an experienced paralegal to join our team in our Newton Mearns office. You will be managing conveyancing transactions from start to finish. This is a fantastic opportunity for an eager Paralegal looking to further develop their skills.
- The ideal candidate will be experienced in Scottish residential conveyancing.
- You will be required to manage transactions from offer submission to post settlement registration.
Additional Responsibilities include:
- Taking new client enquiries and arranging appointments for clients;
- Supporting solicitors in their role;
- Manage external correspondence by drafting client emails and letters.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Gym membership
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Glasgow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Conveyancing Paralegal: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Paralegal roles across Austin Lafferty's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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