
Hybrid Paralegal, Post Completion presso DAC Beachcroft
DAC Beachcroft · Manchester, Regno Unito · Hybrid
- Junior
- Ufficio in Manchester
Key Responsibilities
- Draft & Submit HM Land Registry applications, this will include the drafting of supporting forms e.g. AP1, UN1, AN1 & RX1 etc.
- Assisting with Requisitions raised by HM Land Registry in accordance with guidance from fee earners where necessary.
- To submit MR01 applications to Companies House and mark charges as satisfied using form MR04 upon successful redemption.
- To complete form SDLT in line with the requirements of the fee earner and also the documentation which has been completed.
- To arrange payments with the Finance administration team, this could be for the purpose of paying Stamp Duty Land Tax.
- Drafting ad hoc documents as and when required.
- Dealing with queries and advising the Fee Earners as necessary.
- Liaising with HM Land Registry and engaging with updates & training offered as processes adapt and evolve.
- Be able to access and effectively use Companies House & the Law Society as required.
- Oversee other applications and workloads of colleagues when other members of the team are on leave.
- Renew OS1 & OS2 searches as appropriate to ensure that our clients priority is protected.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Previous experience of working in a Post Completion or residential conveyancing role is essential together with a good working knowledge of residential conveyancing practice and procedure
- Able to work to deadlines, prioritise own workload effectively under pressure and manage conflicting priorities
- Demonstrable ability to provide clear communication both face to face and on the telephone
- The ability to build effective, reciprocal relationships at all levels
- Strong IT skills, with specific experience of using Excel to Intermediate level, including data manipulation, ability to use V-Lookup and pivot tables etc and able to create reports. Previous experience of using a case management system
- Have excellent written skills, specifically regarding report writing
- Quality and customer service oriented with a concern for accuracy and an eye for detail
- Team oriented. A collegiate approach to sharing knowledge and working with colleagues across locations is essential. Supporting junior members of the team with tasks and providing guidance
- Able to progress tasks using own initiative, seeking guidance and input from others where appropriate
- Committed and enthusiastic with a ‘can-do’ attitude
- Have excellent organisational skills and able to effectively prioritise and organise workload/tasks
- Have an eye for detail and deliver documents with accuracy
- Ability to work as part of a team and be flexible when assisting team members with other developments they may require assistance on
- Ability to review files and pick up work quickly to meet deadlines