Legal Assistant

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; Redditch; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A recognized Legal 500 firm seeks a part-time Post-Completions Legal Assistant to support a dynamic team. Key responsibilities include handling Land Registry applications, managing queries, and ensuring compliance. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive workplace with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Monthly holiday bonus scheme

Firm-funded eye care

Extensive training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in post-complaints legal assistance or conveyancing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit applications to the Land Registry within priority periods.
• Handle requisitions from HM Land Registry and respond to client queries.
• Ensure compliance with Land Registry terms and conditions.

Job description

Are you an experienced Post-Completions Legal Assistant, Conveyancing Assistant, or Paralegal seeking a part-time role within a highly regarded Legal 500 recognised firm? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a supportive and progressive team. The role offers a generous holiday allowance, firm-funded eye tests, a monthly holiday bonus scheme (awarding extra days off for meeting regional income targets), and ongoing training to support your growth as a Legal Assistant.

What will be expected of you as a Legal Assistant?

• Prepare and submit AP1 and FR1 applications to the Land Registry within the required priority periods
• Handle requisitions from HM Land Registry within the specified time limits, with support from fee-earners as needed
• Provide timely updates and respond to queries from mortgage lenders and clients regarding the status of registrations
• Liaise with landlords and management companies to obtain receipts for Notices of Assignment/Charge, and address follow-up enquiries with assistance from a fee-earner where appropriate
• Dispatch completed registration documents, including any necessary deeds or indemnity policies, to clients and/or mortgage lenders
• Keep the team informed of any updates or changes to the registration process
• Ensure compliance with the Land Registry portal’s terms and conditions when submitting applications
• Report to the Head of Department any cases that may pose a risk of panel removal by a lender or potential negligence claims
• Complete file closure procedures on purchase matters, ensuring all documentation has been returned and account balances are cleared

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Monthly holiday bonus scheme (earn extra days off by meeting performance targets)
• Firm-funded eye care, including regular eye tests
• Extensive training and development opportunities, including support for professional qualification study

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Legal Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact within a respected and dynamic conveyancing team.

For further information about this Legal Assistant role, please contact Mia Henderson quoting reference 37255.