HMLR Paralegal - Manchester

Addleshaw Goddard; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Addleshaw Goddard is seeking a proactive paralegal to focus on property post-completion matters in Manchester. The role emphasises SDLT and LTT returns, Land Registry applications and developing expertise in commercial property.

You will manage files in our internal case management system, provide regular updates to clients, and contribute to team training while keeping up with Land Tax developments. We value attention to detail, strong communication and the willingness to learn; 6 months

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months' Conveyancing experience is essential.
• A high level of attention to detail and ability to follow team processes and procedures.
• Effective personal, organisational and time management skills, the ability to closely monitor matter progress and manage competing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating an ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels and proactively provide updates on matter progress.
• A positive, enthusiastic and proactive approach to work.
• Self-motivation and a willingness to get involved in new developments.
• A strong work ethic and a desire to develop and succeed.

Responsibilities

• Submission of SDLT and LTT returns.
• Updating internal case management system and providing regular updates to internal clients on matter progress.
• Compliance with internal QA processes including checking Land Registry applications, SDLT and LTT returns for quality and content.
• Contributing to development of the wider Real Estate paralegal team, including training delivery.
• Attending relevant training and keeping up to date with developments relating to HMLR & Land Tax matters.

Skills

Conveyancing experience

Land Registry applications

Land Tax knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Self-motivation

Tools

Internal case management system

Job description

The role is suitable for candidates with a desire to focus on property post-completion matters and specialise in this area. We are ideally looking for candidates with experience of dealing with Land Registry applications and land tax returns (SDLT and LTT). This role would suit candidates who are committed to developing their skills and advancing their careers within the paralegal and/or commercial property field.

What You'll Do:

• submission of SDLT and LTT returns;
• keeping our internal case management system updated at all times and providing regular updates to internal clients on matter progress;
• compliance with internal quality assurance processes including checking Land Registry applications, SDLT and LTT returns for quality, consistency and content;
• contributing to development of the wider Real Estate paralegal team which may include participating in the design and delivery of team training
• attending relevant training, keeping up to date with technical developments and knowhow relating to HMLR & Land Tax matters

Who We're Looking For:

• Minimum of 6 months' Conveyancing experience is essential.
• a high level of attention to detail and ability to follow team processes and procedures;
• effective personal, organisational and time management skills, the ability to closely monitor matter progress and manage competing priorities;
• strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating an ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels and proactively provide updates on matter progress;
• a positive, enthusiastic and proactive approach to work;
• self-motivation and a willingness to get involved in new developments;
• a strong work ethic and a desire to develop and succeed;

Why Choose Us?

Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are not just valued but encouraged to reach your full potential. Our culture promotes improvement, growth, and collaboration, making us the natural choice for top-tier clients. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.