Plot Sales Conveyancer

Shoosmiths LLP; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Shoosmiths LLP in Manchester is seeking a motivated individual to support our Real Estate team. Responsibilities include issuing contract packs, managing completion procedures, and dealing with property transactions. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and experience with legal documentation. We offer a competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package aimed at rewarding our staff for their commitment. Join our dynamic team and enjoy a rewarding working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with property transactions and legal documentation.
• Familiarity with the Land Registry and SDLT returns.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Issuing and preparing contract packs based on standard documents.
• Dealing with pre-contract enquiries under supervision.
• Processing exchange of contracts and dealing with property transactions.
• Preparation of completion statements and managing completion procedures.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Issuing and preparing contract packs on the basis of pre-prepared standard documents following receipt of memorandum of sale
• Dealing with pre-contract enquiries under supervision where required.
• Processing exchange of contracts
• Dealing with Part exchange purchases and resales
• Preparation of relevant completion statements
• Completion procedures
• Undertaking Land Registry Applications for broader property team
• Completing on line SDLT returns for broader Real Estate team
• Use of Land Registry on line
• Procurement of conveyancing searches
• Dealing with incoming phone calls and post
• Correctly doing up outgoing post in time for relevant collection
• Opening of files
• Preparation of bills
• Use of the Document Production System or any replacement system the firm may install
• Use of Word / Excel for production of spreadsheets and reports
• Other duties may involve supporting the wider Real Estate team from time to time

Added advantage

Added advantage but not a pre-requisite

• Preparing site set up documentation/pack to include preparation of the draft contracts, transfers, title pack and site set up documents.
• Liaising with the client and preferred solicitors to approve the draft transfer and estate layout plans.
• Dealing with deeds of easements and deeds of covenant, substation transfers and infrastructure and utility agreements.
• Dealing with sale of freehold blocks of apartments.

Benefits

We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.

Equal Opportunities

This means that everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, whatever their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.