Salary: £26k per year
Reference: 60680
We're working with a highly regarded UK law firm who are looking to add a Legal Support Assistant to their busy and supportive Property team in Manchester.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with at least 6 months' post-completion experience who is ready to step into a fast-paced, high-quality property environment and build on their existing legal administration skills.
What you'll be doing
This is a varied and detail-focused role where you'll take ownership of key post-completion processes, including:
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Managing Land Registry applications, requisitions and searches
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Preparing and submitting SDLT1 returns
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Handling Companies House registrations (MR01)
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Preparing and lodging AP1/FR1 applications
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Monitoring OS1 priority dates and diarising key deadlines
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Responding to Land Registry requisitions efficiently
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Liaising with lenders, brokers and clients on registration progress
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Opening, closing and archiving files accurately
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Managing account balances in line with firm procedures
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Processing electronic and physical post
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Maintaining accurate and up-to-date post-completion records
What my client is looking for
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Previous experience in a post-completion administrative role (6+ months minimum)
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A solid understanding of Land Registry processes
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Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
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Excellent attention to detail and organisation
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Confidence communicating with clients and third parties
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A proactive, hands-on approach and ability to manage workload under pressure
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Experience in real estate/commercial property (desirable but not essential)
What's in it for you
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Competitive salary of £26,000 - £28,000 DOE
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Join a respected and growing national law firm
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Strong training and development opportunities
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Exposure to high-quality commercial property work
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Supportive, collaborative team culture
If you're a detail-driven legal administrator looking to build your career in commercial real estate post-completion work, this is a great opportunity to take the next step.
This is a great opportunity to join a fantastic firm who offer back benefits. If you are interested in this role, please send a copy of your CV to Tracy at [email protected] or Alternatively you can call on 01619147357
