Post Completion Legal Assistant

The Eventus Recruitment Group; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Company events

Job summary

Eventus Legal in Alfreton, Derbyshire, seeks a Post Completion Legal Assistant to move residential property matters from completion through to registration and file closure. The role is full-time with hybrid working and a salary of £26,000 to £28,000 depending on experience.

You will handle SDLT returns, HM Land Registry applications, mortgage redemptions, leases, title checks and maintaining records, with training and development opportunities and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Strong organisation, attention to detail and reliable task management.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Residential conveyancing post-completion experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of the conveyancing process and familiarity with the Land Registry portal and HMRC SDLT service.

Responsibilities

• Move residential property matters from completion through to registration and file closure.
• Prepare SDLT returns within deadlines.
• Submit HM Land Registry applications and address requisitions with the lawyers.
• Arrange mortgage redemptions and follow up discharges.
• Serve leasehold notices and obtain receipts.
• Check registered titles and provide documents to clients and lenders.
• Assist with undertakings, maintain accurate records and close completed files.

Skills

Organisation

Written and verbal communication

Independence

MS Office

Case management systems

Residential conveyancing knowledge

Land Registry & SDLT familiarity

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Job description

Eventus Legal are seeking a Post Completion Legal Assistant to join a modern law firm in Alfreton, Derbyshire. This full-time, permanent job offers a salary of £26,000 to £28,000 depending on experience, hybrid working and 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays. You will be joining a dynamic and collaborative law firm that champions individual development, places emphasis on high quality work and providing consistently excellent service to their clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

As a Post Completion Legal Assistant, you will keep residential property matters moving from completion through to registration and file closure. Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing SDLT returns within deadlines.
• Submitting HM Land Registry applications and addressing requisitions with the lawyers.
• Arranging mortgage redemptions and following up discharges.
• Serving leasehold notices and obtaining receipts.
• Checking registered titles and providing documents to clients and lenders.
• Assisting with undertakings, maintaining accurate records and closing completed files.

Your Skills and Experience

This Post Completion Legal Assistant job in Alfreton, Derbyshire will suit someone who enjoys accurate administrative work and keeping competing deadlines under control. You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Strong organisation, attention to detail and reliable task management.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• The ability to work independently and contribute to a team.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Previous residential conveyancing post-completion experience is desirable
• Knowledge of the conveyancing process and familiarity with the Land Registry portal and HMRC SDLT service.

Salary and Benefits

You will join a supportive residential conveyancing team with opportunities to develop your skills and spend time with colleagues through company events. Benefits and rewards will include:

• A salary of £26,000 to £28,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid working, combining office attendance with working from home.
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Training and development opportunities.
• A company pension scheme.
• Company events, including social meet‑ups twice a year.

About the Law Firm

Our client is a modern law firm with a national presence, providing legal services to individuals, families and businesses. Its residential property practice has a fantastic reputation across Derbyshire and the wider East Midlands region, reflecting recognised standards in conveyancing. The firm values collaboration and client care, offering a supportive environment where you can build your skills while contributing to the property team's service.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.