Commercial Property Legal Assistant

G2 Legal Limited; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Newbury is seeking a Commercial Property Post-Completion Assistant to manage post-completion matters in commercial property transactions. The role involves preparing applications to HM Land Registry, tracking searches, and maintaining compliance. The ideal candidate has experience in post-completion work, excellent attention to detail, and strong organizational skills. The firm offers a competitive salary, training opportunities, and a supportive team environment with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for training and career progression

Hybrid/flexible working options

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in post-completion work, ideally within a Commercial Property team.
• Strong understanding of HM Land Registry and HMRC requirements.
• Confident communicator with clients, colleagues and third parties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit AP1 and FR1 applications to HM Land Registry.
• Manage and track priority searches, OS1/OS2 and bankruptcy searches.
• Draft and submit SDLT returns to HMRC.

Skills

Post-completion work experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Commercial Property Post-Completion Assistant / Paralegal

About the Firm

Our client is a well-established law firm with a busy Commercial Property department. The team handles a wide range of transactions including acquisitions, disposals, development projects, leases and secured lending. The department is collaborative and supportive, with a strong focus on accuracy, client service and smooth file progression through to registration.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing allpost-completion matterson commercial property transactions, ensuring deadlines are met and compliance is maintained. This is a key role within the department, supporting fee earners and maintaining excellent relationships with clients and third parties.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submitAP1 and FR1 applicationsto HM Land Registry for registration of titles
• Manage and trackpriority searches, OS1/OS2 and bankruptcy searches
• Draft and submitSDLT returnsto HMRC
• Monitor requisitions from HM Land Registry and respond promptly
• Liaise with clients, lenders and other solicitors regarding post-completion matters
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and SRA regulations
• Update case management systems and maintain accurate records
• Assist with closing and archiving files once complete
• Support fee earners with administrative tasks when required

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunities for training and career progression into fee-earning roles
• Hybrid/flexible working options (after probation period, if applicable)
• Supportive team environment and ongoing professional development

About You

• Experience in post-completion work, ideally within a Commercial Property team
• Strong understanding of HM Land Registry and HMRC requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workload effectively
• Confident communicator with clients, colleagues and third parties
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems
• Previous experience as a conveyancing assistant, paralegal, or similar role in property law is desirable

Apply today or contact Gayle Woolf for more information.

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