Paralegal

We are Eversheds Sutherland, a global law firm, with more than 5,000 people across over 30 countries. We’re full-service with deep niche and sector experience. Whatever challenge, wherever in the world, we’re equipped and ready to meet it. We live our values, we’re purposeful and purpose-led. So although the world is fast-moving and rapidly changing, we see it as a place where everyone can thrive. We’re ambitious for our clients, our communities – and for you. Whether you’re starting out on your career or well established, whether you’re a lawyer or in business services. If you’re looking for what’s next, we are too.

What to expect

At Eversheds Sutherland, you’ll develop a truly global mindset. We encourage you to turn ideas into action, and there’s always something new to explore. In a fastmoving world, we see opportunity, a place where everyone can thrive and succeed. We’re excited about what’s ahead, and with us, you can be too.

Our team

We have one of the largest full-service Real Estate teams of any global law firm and are consistently recognised in legal directories worldwide. Our clients include 62 of the FTSE 100, 58 of the Fortune 100, and 92 of the Fortune 200. We are also panel advisers to 25 major international banks and several hundred global companies.

Eversheds Sutherland’s market-leading Corporate Real Estate team delivers strategic, commercially focused advice across both domestic and international markets. Our approach combines pragmatic legal insight with award-winning technology tailored to client needs.

The Leeds Corporate Real Estate team supports a diverse range of corporate occupiers across sectors including financial services, consumer goods, and healthcare. We advise on all aspects of their property portfolios, from high-profile strategic projects such as headquarters relocations to day-to-day estate management matters including licences, lease renewals, acquisitions, and more.

Role and key responsibilities

This is a client-facing, hands-on role within our Global Estate Management team. You will be responsible for managing your own caseload, taking ownership of matters from instruction through to completion. The role primarily involves supporting our Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) occupier clients in managing their global real estate portfolios. This includes handling business-as-usual (BAU) transactional documents, responding to day-to-day property queries, and coordinating with both international law firms and client stakeholders.

You will report directly to a Senior Legal Manager and, on occasion, to the Senior Leeds Office Partner. You will also receive supervision and support from other members of

the paralegal team, including the Senior Paralegal.

As a Global Estate Management Paralegal, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a high volume of fast-paced real estate transactions from instruction through to completion, with autonomy over your own caseload.

• Ensuring compliance with client-specific key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs).

• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, supporting both transactional delivery and relationship management, including contributing to regular client reporting (weekly/monthly updates).

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of real estate documents, including leases, lease renewals, surrenders, licences, and other estate management agreements.

• Conducting title reviews, analysing search results, and reporting on legal risks and negotiated documents.

• Supporting post-completion processes such as SDLT submissions, Companies House filings, and Land Registry applications.

• Leveraging legal technology platforms to manage workflows, document automation, and client extranets.

• Maintaining and improving standard operating procedures for global estate management, including providing feedback on process efficiency and consistency.

• Coordinating and managing multi-jurisdictional matters across clients’ international property portfolios, liaising with local counsel and internal stakeholders.

• Supporting knowledge sharing and training initiatives within the team, including mentoring junior paralegals where appropriate.

• Assisting with data collation and reporting for client audits, compliance checks, and portfolio reviews. Contributing to innovation and continuous improvement initiatives, including the development of legal tech tools and process automation.

Skills and experience

We’re seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual who brings a combination of legal knowledge, practical experience, and a client-focused mindset. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following:

Experience & Qualifications:

• Previous paralegal experience in a professional office environment is essential; experience within a real estate team is desirable but not required.

• Strong academic background.

• Completion of the Legal Practice Course (LPC) is preferred but not essential.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proven ability to manage your own caseload and meet deadlines effectively.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.• Confident and professional when engaging with clients and international stakeholders, including over the phone.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Familiarity with legal technology and document management systems is an advantage.

• Experience with project management is desirable but not essential.

Personal Attributes:

• A proactive, “can-do” attitude and a strong team ethic.

• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work well under pressure.

• Resilient and flexible in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Committed to delivering exceptional client service at all times.

What’s in it for you?

At Eversheds Sutherland, our benefits are designed to support every aspect of your wellbeing, from your professional development and performance to your financial security and health, while also giving you opportunities to make a meaningful contribution to the wider world.

Our benefits are designed to reflect that commitment:

• Fairness and Transparency: We foster an equitable workplace where everyone is treated with respect and rewarded fairly.

• Recognition and Reward: We celebrate success, reward performance, and recognise those who go above and beyond while living our values.

• Flexible Working: We support agile, hybrid, and remote working through our flexible working policy.

• Health and Wellbeing: Access to dental, healthcare, and wellness support to help you stay healthy and perform at your best.

• Diversity and Inclusion: We embrace everything you are through our strong commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment.

• Career Development: Structured training, mentoring, and development programmes to help you grow, wherever your ambitions lie.

• Global Exposure: Opportunities to gain international and cross-functional experience.

• Giving Back: Get involved in meaningful pro bono work and community engagement initiatives.

• Future Planning: Support for your financial future through retirement planning, insurance, and assurance options.

Career Development

The Global Estate Management team offers a clearly defined, skills-based approach to career progression. Whether your aspirations lie in becoming a sector specialist, leading client relationships, or moving into people leadership, we support a variety of career pathways — including qualification as a Solicitor, promotion to Senior Paralegal, or experience-based advancement.

You’ll benefit from access to Eversheds Sutherland’s modernised learning and development framework, which rewards performance and capability over tenure. Through tailored training, mentoring, and regular development conversations, you’ll be empowered to shape your own career and pursue opportunities that align with your strengths and ambitions.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Eversheds Sutherland, “Inclusive” is a core business value. We bring together different skillsets, global mindsets and approaches. We foster diversity of thought and the freedom to put ideas into action. We have an inherent respect for the individual. We have a strong belief in collaboration and teamwork. Sharing ideas, asking questions, solving challenges and meeting our clients’ goals: together.

We want all our people to thrive at work and reach their full potential and we work hard to continue to build a diverse and inclusive culture, monitor and report on our progress and impact, and develop our approach. This is reflected in our policies, systems and processes, and in our work with diversity membership organisations.

Many of our people work flexibly in some way and we are open to considering how we can accommodate flexible working arrangements alongside role requirements. If this is important to you, please talk to us about it during the recruitment process.

We want you to perform at your best during our recruitment process. If there is any adjustment or support you need, please contact us so we can discuss how we can best assist you.

For you,

For your success.

And what's next.