Post-Completion Paralegal

City of London Permanent £35,000 - £38,000 per year View Job Description
This role supports a high‑performing Secured Lending team, managing all post‑completion formalities on freehold and leasehold property transactions. It is a hands‑on position focused on Land Registry submissions, SDLT compliance and ensuring matters are concluded accurately and efficiently following completion.
  • Join an established Secured Lending team with a consistent workflow
  • Hybrid working within a supportive and well‑structured team

About Our Client

Our client is a well‑regarded UK law firm with a strong property and secured lending practice. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, emphasis on quality and compliance, and commitment to developing its support teams.

Job Description

Working closely with fee earners and the wider secured lending team, the Post Completion Assistant will take responsibility for all post‑completion aspects of property matters. This includes submitting applications to the Land Registry, dealing with requisitions, handling SDLT submissions, notifying lenders of registration, and closing files in line with firm procedures and regulatory requirements. The role also involves liaising with lenders, clients and third parties, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring files are fully compliant.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will have at least 12 months' experience in a post‑completion role within a UK solicitors' firm, with a good working knowledge of Land Registry processes, SDLT and post‑completion requirements. They will be highly organised, detail‑focused, able to manage a volume workload and confident communicating with internal and external stakeholders in a regulated legal environment.

What's on Offer

The firm offers a supportive and collaborative working environment, opportunities for training and development within the property team, and a competitive salary and benefits package. This is a permanent, full‑time role based in London with hybrid working.

Contact
Lauren Darlow
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6998776
Phone number
+442072692147

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Paralegals / Legal Assistants - Private Practice
Sector
Business Services
Location
City of London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lauren Darlow
Consultant phone
+442072692147
Job reference
JN-042026-6998776