Post Exchange Paralegal
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Job Title: Paralegal - Post Exchange Conveyancing
Location: Milton Keynes
I am currently working with a well-established and busy law firm in Milton Keynes that is looking to appoint a Paralegal to join its Post Exchange Conveyancing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with conveyancing experience who is looking to further develop their expertise within the post exchange and completion stages of residential property transactions. The firm offers a supportive environment, structured training, and genuine opportunities for long-term progression within property law.
In this role, you will assist the Team Leader with the post completion process across sales, purchases, transfers of equity, and re-mortgage matters. You will be involved from Exchange onwards, liaising with clients and third parties to ensure matters progress smoothly and efficiently through to completion.
The successful candidate will be organised, proactive, and confident communicating with clients and lenders, with the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities:
Obtaining redemption statements from lenders
Ensuring Certificates of Title (COT) are submitted
Liaising with HM Land Registry, including pre-completion searches, bankruptcy searches, OS1s and OS2s
Managing leasehold requirements, including chasing apportionments and ensuring notices are up to date
Checking SDLT calculations and submitting SDLT returns
Drafting completion statements (including indents and e-chits) for approval
Arranging indemnity policies on completion
About You:
Previous experience within residential conveyancing, particularly post exchange or post completion, is desirable
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A positive, proactive, and professional approach
Strong organisational and time management skills
The ability to work to tight deadlines with a sense of urgency
Confidence working independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
What's on Offer:
Ongoing training and development
A supportive and experienced team
Exposure to a busy and varied caseload
Clear opportunities for career progression
If you are looking to take the next step in your conveyancing career within a growing and reputable firm, I would welcome a confidential conversation.
Please contact Chloe Riddleston at LJ Recruitment for further details or apply today
- Location:
- Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
- Salary:
- £25,000 - £29,000 /annum
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Legal