Eventus Legal are seeking a Post Completion Assistant for an established residential conveyancing practice in Walsall, West Midlands. This is a full-time, permanent job position offering £26,000 to £28,000 depending on experience, hybrid working, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a company pension scheme. In addition, you will support the team with the important work that follows exchange and completion, through to registration and file closure.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Post Completion Assistant will take responsibility for the administrative steps needed after residential property transactions complete, helping ensure timely registration and accurate file closure. Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) returns for England and Land Transaction Tax (LTT) returns for Wales within statutory deadlines.
• Arranging redemption of sellers' mortgages and obtaining confirmation of discharge, including DS1, ED and e-DS1 documentation.
• Preparing and submitting HM Land Registry applications and supporting documents, including AP1, TR1 and TP1 forms.
• Monitoring pending registration applications, responding to Land Registry requisitions and liaising with fee earners when needed.
• Serving notices of assignment and charge on landlords and management companies and obtaining receipted copies.
• Checking completed registrations against transaction documents and sending title and completion information to clients and lenders.
• Supporting fee earners with the discharge of undertakings and keeping the Undertakings Register updated in accordance with firm policy.
• Maintaining accurate case management records and closing files once post-completion matters are resolved.

Your Skills and Experience

This Post Completion Assistant opportunity will suit someone who enjoys detail-focused work and can manage competing deadlines with care. Applications are welcomed from candidates who can demonstrate the following:

• Excellent organisation and the ability to manage a high volume of administrative tasks and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and a reliable approach to completing work on time.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with colleagues and relevant third parties.
• The ability to work independently while contributing to the wider residential property team.
• Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
• Desirable previous experience in residential conveyancing post-completion work.
• Desirable familiarity with the HM Land Registry portal, HMRC SDLT online service and the residential conveyancing process.

Benefits and Rewards

The successful Post Completion Assistant will join a supportive residential conveyancing team, with opportunities to develop their skills and spend time with colleagues. Benefits and rewards will include:

• A salary of £26,000 to £28,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid working, combining time in the office 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 an established law firm providing residential property services as part of a broader legal practice. Its conveyancing team supports property transactions through to registration and file closure, with a focus on accurate administration and clear communication. The firm offers a supportive working environment and opportunities for training and professional development.

How to Apply

Apply now to be considered for this career-enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Post Completion Assistant job in Walsall, West Midlands, please send your CV to Gemma Clarke at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at gemma.clarke@eventuslegal.com or phone 0121 769 3755 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.

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