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.
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Post Completion Legal Assistant employer: Eventus Recruitment Group
Join a dynamic and growing law firm in Tameside, Greater Manchester, where your expertise as a Senior Residential Property Solicitor will be truly valued. With a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for professional growth, this firm offers a competitive salary alongside benefits such as hybrid working and a recently refurbished office environment. This is an exciting chance to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative team while enjoying a genuine work-life balance.
