Property Post-Completions Assistant
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Property Post-Completions Assistant to join our Property team. The existing team is friendly, hard-working and welcoming and we are seeking a like-minded individual to join us.
Start date: Immediate
Location: Liverpool city-centre office
Job Type:
Permanent
Hours:
9:00 – 17:30 Monday to Thursday
09:00 – 17:00 Friday
Key duties:
This role will entail having responsibility for a wide range of files (including but not limited to commercial, residential, leasehold and/or new-build properties) from the date of completion, by dealing with all post-completion tasks required up and until the file is closed. Duties will include:
- Filing SDLT returns at HM Revenue and Customs via Infotrack;
- Drafting and submitting applications to the Land Registry and Companies House;
- Proactively monitoring the progress of these applications and keeping abreast of all applicable deadlines;
- Responding promptly to requests for updates and information from Land Registry;
- Making payments and drafting documentation relating to Freeholder and Management Company notices and requirements and implementing indemnity insurance policies;
- Preparing completion statements;
- Making calls to and receiving calls from other solicitors and third parties involved in the transaction as necessary to deal with requisitions or post-completion tasks; and
- Generally supporting and assisting a busy team.
Skills and experience required:
- Excellent use of the Land Registry and Companies House portals, knowledge and use of Infotrack and Proclaim is also preferred.
- At least 12 months’ previous experience of the key duties.
- Confidence in prompting and/or seeking input from the supervising solicitors as needed to fulfil the key duties.
- Demonstrable experience in working diligently towards deadlines.
- Excellent organisation, time-management and communication skills.
- A personable, hard-working nature and confidence in dealing with third parties.
Confidentiality:
An awareness of confidentiality to be always maintained.
Salary and benefits:
- A competitive basic salary;
- 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays);
- A referral bonus;
- Paycare entitlement;
- Pension plan (including an option for salary sacrifice);
- Travel pass;
- Cycle to work Scheme;
- Access to a mental health web app - Leafyard;
- Death in service.
How to apply:
email CV to: [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Bermans/Post Completion
Expected start date: 01/09/2025
