Post Completions Paralegal

Fieldfisher; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Manchester is seeking a Paralegal to join their Real Estate Finance team. The role requires preparing Land Registry applications, raising queries, and maintaining a post-completion tracker. Candidates should have an undergraduate law degree and strong communication skills. This position offers competitive benefits and a hybrid work environment, requiring office presence four days a week.

Benefits

Private medical

Dental insurance

Life assurance

Critical illness cover

Pension contributions

Holiday trading

Qualifications

• Experience in residential conveyancing is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Reliability is important.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting Land Registry applications.
• Raising queries with Land Registry on behalf of Fee Earners.
• Dealing with Land Registry requisitions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

IT skills

Customer service experience

Education

Undergraduate law degree (2:1)

Job description

There is currently a vacancy for a post-completion Paralegal to join our successful Real Estate Finance team. In this role, you will support the post-completion team and assist fee earners with Land Registry enquiries.

Please note that the successful candidate is required to be in the office 4 days a week.

Responsibilities

You will be part of a post-completion team responsible for:

• Preparing and submitting Land Registry applications
• Raising queries with Land Registry on behalf of Fee Earners
• Dealing with Land Registry requisitions
• Sending completion of registrations for approval
• Registering charges and debentures at Companies House
• Updating expiry dates in a tracker and monitoring OS1 expiry dates
• Maintaining a post-completion tracker
• Communicating with solicitors/lenders
• Submitting deeds to lenders, clients, and storage

Experience and Knowledge

• Undergraduate law degree (2:1)
• Experience in residential conveyancing (preferred but not essential)
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Strong communication and IT skills
• Customer service or administration experience (advantageous)
• Reliable

Who are we looking for?

We value diversity and believe our differences strengthen us. All backgrounds, cultures, and experiences are welcome.

What do we offer?

• Be yourself: We celebrate diversity and unique contributions.
• Work environment: We operate a 60:40 office to WFH ratio.
• Benefits: Private medical, dental, life assurance, critical illness cover, pension contributions, holiday trading, and more.
• Location: Based on the 17th floor in No.1 Spinningfields with city views.
• Career development: Opportunities for training and growth.
• Community: Join clubs, networks, and charity initiatives.

Inclusion

We celebrate diversity and provide necessary equipment for your success. Let us know your needs.

Next steps

• Apply online with your CV
• Attend an introductory call if shortlisted
• Visit our offices for hybrid roles
• Application review is ongoing until the role is filled

The Firm

We are a European law firm with offices across Europe, including London, China, and Silicon Valley. We have a diverse client base and a collaborative culture.

We are committed to equality and diversity, considering applications based on merit.