Conveyancing Post Completion Assistant

Oculus Legal Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Oculus Legal Group in Ipswich is seeking a Conveyancing Post-Completion Assistant to support its busy Residential Property team. You will assist with post-completion tasks, registrations and HM Land Registry submissions to help transactions reach their final stages efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have experience in residential conveyancing, a good understanding of post-completion steps, and familiarity with SDLT and Land Registry requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in residential conveyancing, with a focus on post-completion processes.
• Understanding of post-completion procedures including Land Registry applications.
• Experience preparing SDLT returns and dealing with Land Registry requisitions is advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and methodical approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Manage post-completion matters following residential property transactions.
• Prepare and submit applications to HM Land Registry.
• Complete and submit SDLT returns and arrange payment where required.
• Deal with Land Registry requisitions and resolve issues.
• Ensure registration applications are submitted accurately within deadlines.
• Review completion documentation and ensure files are complete.
• Liaise with clients, solicitors, lenders and HM Land Registry to progress matters.
• Update the firm's case management system and maintain records.
• Ensure compliance procedures are followed and post-completion files are closed efficiently.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Legal case management software

Post-completion knowledge

Tools

Legal case management system

Job description

Are you looking to develop your career within residential conveyancing and specialise in post-completion matters within an established and respected law firm?

We are working with a well-respected firm who are seeking a Conveyancing Post-Completion Assistant to join their busy and successful Residential Property team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous conveyancing experience who enjoys working with documentation, ensuring accuracy and helping transactions reach their final stages efficiently.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the post-completion process, ensuring all necessary registrations, submissions and administrative tasks are completed accurately and within the required timescales.

The role will involve:

• Managing post-completion matters following the completion of residential property transactions
• Preparing and submitting applications to HM Land Registry
• Completing and submitting SDLT returns and arranging payment where required
• Dealing with Land Registry requisitions and resolving any issues that arise
• Ensuring registration applications are submitted accurately and within relevant deadlines
• Reviewing completion documentation and ensuring files are complete
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, lenders and HM Land Registry to progress outstanding matters
• Updating the firm's case management system and maintaining accurate records
• Ensuring compliance procedures are followed and post-completion files are closed efficiently

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience within residential conveyancing, ideally in a post-completion-focused role
• A good understanding of the post-completion process, including Land Registry applications
• Experience preparing SDLT returns and dealing with Land Registry requisitions would be advantageous
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
• Confident communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• Experience using a legal case management system would be beneficial

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a respected and established law firm
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• The opportunity to develop specialist post-completion expertise
• Long-term progression opportunities within the legal profession

Why Apply?

This role is ideal for a Conveyancing Assistant or Post-Completion Assistant looking to build on their existing experience within a reputable Residential Property team. You'll play an important role in ensuring transactions are finalised accurately and efficiently, while developing your expertise in Land Registry applications, SDLT and post-completion procedures.