Post Completion Operative/ Legal Assistant

Simpson Judge; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Rotherham is seeking a detail-oriented Post Completion Operative / Legal Assistant. This full-time role involves supporting the completion of residential property transactions and managing post-completion tasks. Ideal candidates will have experience in conveyancing or similar roles and possess exceptional organizational skills. The position offers ongoing training, a competitive salary, and generous holiday entitlements.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Generous holiday entitlement

Workplace benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in conveyancing or a legal support role.
• Ability to manage a high-volume workload.
• Competent IT/user skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing all post-completion tasks for residential property transactions.
• Preparing and submitting AP1s and SDLT returns.
• Tracking applications and dealing with Land Registry requisitions.
• Ensuring completion of matters and issuing final documents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Post Completion Operative / Post Completion Legal Assistant

Full-Time | Rotherham

About the Role

A busy and well-established property team in Rotherham is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Post Completion Operative / Legal Assistant to support the smooth finalisation of residential property transactions.

You will take responsibility for all post-completion formalities, ensuring registrations, submissions, and documentation are handled accurately, efficiently, and within required timescales.

This position is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills and experience in conveyancing or a similar legal support role, who is looking to develop their knowledge in a supportive, professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing all post-completion tasks for residential property transactions
• Preparing and submitting AP1s, SDLT returns, and related forms to HM Land Registry and HMRC
• Tracking applications and dealing promptly with Land Registry requisitions
• Ensuring completion of matters by updating internal systems and issuing final documents to clients and lenders
• Liaising with solicitors, mortgage lenders, clients, and internal colleagues
• Meeting deadlines and ensuring compliance with lender and regulatory requirements
• Maintaining accurate electronic files and records
• Providing general administrative support to the conveyancing team

About You

• Experience in conveyancing or a similar administrative/legal support role (post-completion experience desirable)
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Ability to manage a high-volume workload and prioritise tasks effectively
• Clear and confident communication skills
• Professional, approachable, and able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Competent IT/user skills; familiarity with case management systems beneficial

What's on Offer

• Full-time, permanent position within a supportive team
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Generous holiday entitlement and general workplace benefits

How to Apply

If this role is of interest please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge