Property Legal Assistant – New Build Transactions

HCB Widdows Mason; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Holiday bonus scheme (up to 12 extra D

Pension scheme

Parking (on a first come first served)

Comprehensive training and development

Cycle to work scheme

Firm funded eye tests

Medicash Plan

Job summary

HCB Widdows Mason is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant to join the Property team, focusing on New Build transactions. You will support clients, prepare documents, and help manage registrations and compliance throughout property deals.

Comprehensive training will be provided. The role emphasizes meticulous administration, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks while delivering timely updates to clients and teams within a supportive firm environment.

Qualifications

• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent organization and administrative abilities.
• Able to handle multiple tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
• Previous experience in property law or new build transactions is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with enquiries related to new build property transactions.
• Providing regular updates to clients and monitoring progress of their transactions.
• Opening and closing client files in compliance with AML and regulatory requirements.
• Conducting administrative tasks related to property transactions and documentation.
• Preparing and submitting quotes and drafting completion statements for new build purchases.
• Reviewing documentation from developers and preparing client reports as needed.
• Conducting due diligence and coordinating with relevant parties in the transaction process.
• Utilising Land Registry and other portals for property registrations and submissions.
• Assisting with Stamp Duty Land Tax calculations and related applications.
• Supporting the team with billing and financial documentation as necessary.
• Providing occasional reception cover when required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Reception duties

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HCB Widdows Mason is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant to join the Property team, focusing on New Build transactions. You will support clients, prepare documents, and help manage registrations and compliance throughout property deals.

Comprehensive training will be provided. The role emphasizes meticulous administration, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks while delivering timely updates to clients and teams within a supportive firm environment.