Post Completion Paralegal in Spalding

Eventus Legal are seeking a Post Completion Paralegal to join a dedicated post completion team in Spalding, Lincolnshire. This is a full-time, permanent, office based job offering a salary of £26,000 to £28,000 dependent on experience, private health insurance, an employer contributed pension and group life assurance.

You will manage your own caseload of post completion files while reporting to a senior member of the property team.

Role Responsibilities

The Post Completion Paralegal in Spalding, Lincolnshire will take ownership of a varied caseload following completion of residential property transactions. Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a caseload of post completion files from completion through to registration and closure
• Preparing and submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax returns and arranging payment where required
• Preparing, submitting and progressing applications to HM Land Registry
• Reviewing and responding to Land Registry requisitions within the relevant timescales
• Serving leasehold notices and dealing with certificates of compliance, restrictions and other title requirements
• Checking post completion documentation and maintaining accurate case management records
• Liaising with fee earners, lenders, managing agents, freeholders and other relevant parties to progress matters
• Closing files once all post completion requirements have been satisfied
• Reporting to a senior member of the property team and escalating complex issues appropriately

Person Specification

You will have practical experience of residential conveyancing post completion work and be comfortable managing competing deadlines. You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Experience managing a caseload of post completion files
• Knowledge of Stamp Duty Land Tax submissions and HM Land Registry applications
• An accurate and methodical approach to documents, records and deadlines
• Strong organisation and prioritisation skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work independently while contributing to a dedicated team
• Confidence using case management systems and standard Microsoft Office applications
• The ability to work full time from the firm's office in Spalding, Lincolnshire

Benefits and Rewards

This office based Post Completion Paralegal job in Spalding, Lincolnshire offers a competitive package and access to the firm's wider wellbeing benefits. The successful Post Completion Paralegal will also benefit from:

• A salary of £26,000 to £28,000 dependent on experience
• Free Parking
• Private health insurance for all employees
• Membership of the firm's personal pension plan with employer contributions of up to 4%
• Group life assurance of up to three times salary
• 25 days annual leave excluding bank holidays with the opportunity to buy and sell additional days
• Access to a 24-hour employee assistance programme and clinically trained mental health experts
• Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Discounted legal fees following one year's employment
• Paid volunteering leave to support the local community
• Summer and Christmas social events
• Training, development and career progression opportunities

About the Law Firm

This extremely well established, multi-site regional law firm supports private individuals and businesses across a broad range of legal services. It offers a collaborative working culture, places training and development at the heart of its approach and provides opportunities for people to grow within the firm.

Next Steps

Apply now to be considered for this new Post Completion Paralegal opportunity in Spalding Lincolnshire. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Post Completion Paralegal job, please send your CV to Izzie Vaughan at the Eventus Recruitment Group for a confidential discussion. Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within ten days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career.

The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating in the Legal, Finance and Financial Planning sectors across the UK. Please note, the years' experience and/or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. 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.