Location: Sale, Greater Manchester
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Junior Conveyancing Assistant – Post Completions An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Junior Conveyancing Assistant / Post Completions Executive to join a well-established and highly regarded law firm based in Sale, Greater Manchester.

The firm is looking to expand its residential property team and recruit an enthusiastic and organised individual to support the post-completion function of a busy conveyancing department.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within residential conveyancing, particularly those interested in developing specialist knowledge of post-completion procedures. The role would suit an existing Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Assistant or Post Completions Assistant, as well as someone with a background in legal administration who is keen to take the next step into property law.

You will be joining an established legal practice with a strong presence in the local market, working alongside experienced conveyancing professionals in a supportive environment where you will have the opportunity to develop your technical knowledge and progress your career.

The Role Working within the residential conveyancing department, you will play an important role in ensuring that property transactions are progressed efficiently following completion. You will assist with the post-completion stages of residential property matters, ensuring that all relevant documentation, registrations and administrative requirements are dealt with accurately and within the required timescales.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the post-completion process for residential property sales and purchases.
• Preparing and submitting applications to HM Land Registry to register changes in property ownership.
• Completing and submitting relevant Land Registry forms, including AP1 applications.
• Preparing and submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns and ensuring payments are processed correctly.
• Monitoring applications and dealing with outstanding registration requirements.
• Responding to Land Registry requisitions and liaising with relevant parties to resolve any issues.
• Checking completion documentation and ensuring all necessary paperwork is accurately recorded.
• Updating the firm's case management system and maintaining accurate electronic and physical files.
• Liaising with solicitors, conveyancers, clients, lenders and third parties where necessary.
• Ensuring post-completion tasks are completed within relevant deadlines and in accordance with internal procedures.
• Providing general administrative assistance to the wider residential conveyancing team when required.

Requirements The successful candidate will ideally have some previous experience working within a law firm, residential conveyancing department or legal administration environment.

Previous post-completion experience would be advantageous, although the firm is also happy to consider junior candidates who demonstrate the right attitude, enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

You should ideally possess:

• Previous experience as a Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Assistant, Post Completions Assistant or Legal Administrator.
• An understanding of residential conveyancing processes and the stages involved in property transactions.
• Some knowledge of HM Land Registry applications, SDLT returns and post-completion procedures.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to manage deadlines, prioritise workloads and work accurately under pressure.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A professional and approachable manner when dealing with colleagues and external contacts.
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Permanent position within an established residential conveyancing department.
• Support and training from experienced legal professionals.
• Opportunity to develop specialist knowledge of post-completion and Land Registry procedures.
• Genuine scope for long-term career development within residential property.

How to Apply If you are currently working as a Conveyancing Assistant, Legal Assistant, Post Completions Executive or Legal Administrator and are looking for an opportunity to develop your career within residential property, this could be an excellent next step.

Equally, if you have some exposure to conveyancing and are keen to specialise in post-completion work, we would be interested in hearing from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact Patrick McMahon at QED Legal.

Email: Patric