Deeds Administrator - 9 Month FTC in Birmingham

We are Eversheds Sutherland, a global law firm, with more than 5,000 people across over 30 countries. We’re full-service with deep niche and sector experience. Whatever challenge, wherever in the world, we’re equipped and ready to meet it. We live our values, we’re purposeful and purpose-led. So although the world is fast-moving and rapidly changing, we see it as a place where everyone can thrive. We’re ambitious for our clients, our communities – and for you. Whether you’re starting out on your career or well established, whether you’re a lawyer or in business services. If you’re looking for what’s next, we are too.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Deeds Administrator to support our Birmingham office. In this role you’ll have an opportunity to support our Practice Groups and work with our Team Assistant Hubs and wider Practice Group Support function. This role involves delivering client service excellence, supporting the end to end deeds process, and contributing to the overall success and efficiency of our business. We empower our people to stretch their skills and encourage ongoing personal and professional development, leading by example.

Role and Key Responsibilities

• Manage efficient day-to-day deeds operations.
• Coordinate scheduling of deeds and completed documents.
• Input accurate data into our bespoke Records Management System and HighQ.
• Ensure existing data within the above platforms is accurate and update as necessary.
• Assist with planned office relocations and deeds clearance activities.
• Support the deeds management processes as required.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders both in-person and remotely.
• Liaise with the Senior Deeds Administrator to provide regular updates of progress and identify any challenges.
• Provide additional ad-hoc support as needed across various tasks.

Skills and Experience

• Administrative capabilities and strong attention to detail.
• Adaptable and embraces change, adjusting seamlessly to evolving priorities.
• Approaches tasks with enthusiasm and contributes positively to a collaborative work environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to work confidently within a digital environment.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, conveys information effectively, and builds positive relationships.
• Dedicated to providing excellent client service at all times, supports colleagues and offers assistance where needed.
• Organised and methodical, able to manage workloads efficiently to ensure accuracy and timely completion of tasks.
• Takes ownership of work and proactively seeks solutions, demonstrating commitment to delivering results.
• Understands and adheres to quality standards and risk mitigation practices, with strong attention to detail.

What’s in it for you?

At Eversheds Sutherland, we provide benefits focused on looking after you: your development, your performance, your financial future and your health, as well as providing the opportunity to make a contribution to the world.

• We’re fair, transparent and equitable.
• We share in the success of the firm, reward alignment to our values, going above and beyond and your individual performance.
• We support flexible ways of working through our remote working policy and commitment to flexible, agile and hybrid ways of working.
• We support your health and performance through our dental, healthcare and wellness support.
• We support everything you are and all you bring through our powerful commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• We provide a platform for your career, whatever your ambitions through our structured professional and personal training, mentoring and development programs.
• We provide experience and opportunity through international and cross-function exposure.
• We provide an opportunity to give back through our pro bono work and community engagement.
• We help you plan ahead through retirement planning, insurance and assurance.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Eversheds Sutherland, “Inclusive” is a core business value. We bring together different skillsets, global mindsets and approaches. We foster diversity of thought and the freedom to put ideas into action. We have an inherent respect for the individual. We have a strong belief in collaboration and teamwork. Sharing ideas, asking questions, solving challenges and meeting our clients’ goals: together. We want all our people to thrive at work and reach their full potential and we work hard to continue to build a diverse and inclusive culture, monitor and report on our progress and impact, and develop our approach. This is reflected in our policies, systems and processes, and in our work with diversity membership organisations. Many of our people work flexibly in some way and we are open to considering how we can accommodate flexible working arrangements alongside role requirements. If this is important to you, please talk to us about it during the recruitment process. We want you to perform at your best during our recruitment process. If there is any adjustment or support you need, please contact us so we can discuss how we can best assist you.