Post Completion Legal Assistant

Eventus Recruitment Group; Hilcote; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

25 days holiday

Company pension

Training opportunities

Social events

Job summary

Eventus Legal in Alfreton, Derbyshire is seeking a Post Completion Legal Assistant to join a modern law firm. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary of £26,000 to £28,000, hybrid working and 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.

You will move residential property matters from completion through registration and file closure, handling SDLT returns, HM Land Registry applications and mortgage redemptions.

Qualifications

• Strong organisation, attention to detail and reliable task management.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• The ability to work independently and contribute to a team.
• Knowledge of the conveyancing process and familiarity with Land Registry is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare SDLT returns within deadlines.
• Submit HM Land Registry applications and address requisitions with lawyers.
• Arrange mortgage redemptions and follow discharges.
• Serve leasehold notices and obtain receipts.
• Check registered titles and provide documents to clients and lenders.
• Assist with undertakings and maintain accurate records and close completed files.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

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.

We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found on the bottom of our website.