About the role

The Post Completion Team Executive provides specialist administrative and technical support to Real Estate lawyers following property transaction completions. Working within a newly formed centralised team, you'll manage post-completion processes including registrations, SDLT submissions, requisitions, filings and compliance requirements, ensuring all deadlines are met accurately and efficiently.

You'll work closely with legal teams, colleagues and external parties to progress matters through to registration, helping deliver a consistent, high-quality and client-focused service across the Built & Natural Environment Division and our national office network.

You will work from our Bristol office on a hybrid basis.

Key responsibilities

• Submission of applications to HM Land Registry and Registers of Scotland.
• SDLT, Land and Buildings Transaction Tax and Land Transaction Tax administration and submissions.
• Registration of transfers, (and dispositions in Scotland) leases, charges, (and standard securities in Scotland) easements (and Servitudes in Scotland) and other property interests.
• Management of requisitions raised by HM Land Registry and Registers of Scotland.
• Preparation and submission of post-completion documentation.
• Monitoring registration progress and ensuring statutory and contractual deadlines are met.
• Liaising with clients, lenders, local authorities, HM Land Registry and other third parties regarding registration matters.
• Maintaining accurate matter records and reporting on registration status.
• Supporting compliance, risk management and audit requirements relating to property transactions.
• Managing large volumes of post-completion work across a varied Real Estate caseload.

Your skills and qualifications

• Experience of working within a legal, property, conveyancing or professional-services environment.
• Experience of managing a varied workload with competing priorities and fixed deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to produce accurate work consistently.
• Good organisational and matter-management skills.
• Ability to identify problems, investigate straightforward issues and escalate risks appropriately.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence working with legal teams and relevant external organisations.
• Ability to work independently within agreed procedures while contributing positively to a team.
• Good digital skills and the ability to learn and use multiple systems.
• Commitment to delivering a reliable, responsive and client-focused service.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to build a career within business support. It is not designed as a pathway to a solicitor or any form of a fee-earning role.

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