Legal Support Assistant – Property Department

We're working with a highly regarded UK law firm who are looking to add a Legal Support Assistant to their busy and supportive Property team in Manchester.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with at least 6 months' post-completion experience who is ready to step into a fast-paced, high-quality property environment and build on their existing legal administration skills.

What you'll be doing

This is a varied and detail-focused role where you'll take ownership of key post-completion processes, including:

• Managing Land Registry applications, requisitions and searches
• Preparing and submitting SDLT1 returns
• Handling Companies House registrations (MR01)
• Preparing and lodging AP1/FR1 applications
• Monitoring OS1 priority dates and diarising key deadlines
• Responding to Land Registry requisitions efficiently
• Liaising with lenders, brokers and clients on registration progress
• Opening, closing and archiving files accurately
• Managing account balances in line with firm procedures
• Processing electronic and physical post
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date post-completion records

What my client is looking for

• Previous experience in a post-completion administrative role (6+ months minimum)
• A solid understanding of Land Registry processes
• Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation
• Confidence communicating with clients and third parties
• A proactive, hands-on approach and ability to manage workload under pressure
• Experience in real estate/commercial property (desirable but not essential)

What's in it for you

• Competitive salary of £26,000 - £28,000 DOE
• Join a respected and growing national law firm
• Strong training and development opportunities
• Exposure to high-quality commercial property work
• Supportive, collaborative team culture

If you're a detail-driven legal administrator looking to build your career in commercial real estate post-completion work, this is a great opportunity to take the next step.

This is a great opportunity to join a fantastic firm who offer back benefits. If you are interested in this role, please send a copy of your CV to Tracy at  t.carlisle@clayton-legal.co.uk  or Alternatively you can call on 01619147357