We believe that helping people unlock a better retirement starts with helping everyone in our organisation unlock their true potential, and thrive.
To do that, we’re mindful of staying true to the values that make us who we are, and proud of what we do.
Key Group is one of the most exciting, forward-thinking brands in financial services, focused on helping people unlock a better retirement since 1998. Our mission is simple: To be the UK’s leading later life lending company. Our portfolio of brands comprises of Key (the Adviser) More2Life (the Lender) and Air (Adviser software service).
Are you ready to take the next step in your career or train for a new role? Our Legal team is offering an exciting developmental opportunity that could be the perfect start to your legal career!
We are looking for a Paralegal to join our growing team, playing a key role in mitigating risk by providing legal advice on property-related matters across our lending functions. This is a fantastic chance to be part of an expanding team where you can contribute to its growth and direction.
We offer a comprehensive training programme and are committed to supporting a Paralegal apprenticeship for the right candidate.
Main Role & Responsibilities
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Reviewing and interpreting title documents and providing advice under the support and supervision of Solicitors
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Assisting in the delivery of legal services
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Submitting applications to Land Registry to discharge mortgages
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Assisting with queries within the Property Legal Team within the limit of their ability
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Conducting legal research
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Providing general administrative and legal support across the team
Skills and experience we look for
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A passion for property law and an interest in pursuing this further
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Ability to interact with people at all levels
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Able to handle competing demands in a high volume, fast paced working environment
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Proven ability to work effectively in independent settings
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Strong attention to detail, written and verbal communication skills
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Experience of working in a law firm or an in house environment in a property department is desirable
Most of all we look for people who display and work around the core values of our business:
Ambitious – to break ground to help our customers enjoy a better retirement.
Supportive – relationships are key to everything we do.
Personal – going above and beyond to offer exceptional service.
Integrity – honest, true and transparent in all our relationships.
Responsive – whatever the challenge we’ll deliver the right result.
Expert – experts in our field, our thirst for knowledge never stops
Benefits:
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23 days holiday, plus bank holidays. Rising to 28 based on length of service.
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Additional holiday purchase scheme
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1 charity day
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Tier 1 pension (5% Employee, 8% Employer)
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Simply Health cashback scheme
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Life Assurance
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Rewarding Staff Referral Scheme
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Long Service Award
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Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
What We Do
Pioneers in the equity release market, Key Group is on a mission to be the UK’s leading retirement finance expert, focused on helping people finance a better retirement.
Celebrating its 22nd anniversary in 2021, the Group has helped customers release more than £5 billion worth of equity from their properties.
Evolving to meet the financial needs of the increasing over-50s market, brands within the Key Group umbrella two of the UK’s leading equity release advisers (Key and The Equity Release Experts), one of the largest equity release lenders (more2life), and leading later life service provider (Air Group).
At the heart of Key Group is the commitment to grow the size of the equity release market, continue to help develop advice standards across the industry, support the growing number of equity release advisers active in the sector and innovate through the development of new retirement lending products.
The Group is proud to be one of the largest private employers in Preston and currently employees over 100+ field-based advisers providing support to a fast growing client base across the UK. The Key Group brands have now gathered over 100 industry and consumer awards since launch.
Follow us on LinkedIn to explore our latest career opportunities across our brands, as well as updates on our corporate activities. https://www.krgroup.co.uk/careers/
