Job Description

About the role

Key responsibilities

• Submission of applications to HM Land Registry and Registers of Scotland.
• SDLT, Land and Buildings Transaction Tax and Land Transaction Tax administration and submissions.
• Registration of transfers, (and dispositions in Scotland) leases, charges, (and standard securities in Scotland) easements (and Servitudes in Scotland) and other property interests.
• Management of requisitions raised by HM Land Registry and Registers of Scotland.
• Preparation and submission of post-completion documentation.
• Monitoring registration progress and ensuring statutory and contractual deadlines are met.
• Liaising with clients, lenders, local authorities, HM Land Registry and other third parties regarding registration matters.
• Maintaining accurate matter records and reporting on registration status.
• Supporting compliance, risk management and audit requirements relating to property transactions.
• Managing large volumes of post-completion work across a varied Real Estate caseload.

Your skills and qualifications

• Experience of working within a legal, property, conveyancing or professional-services environment.
• Experience of managing a varied workload with competing priorities and fixed deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to produce accurate work consistently.
• Good organisational and matter-management skills.
• Ability to identify problems, investigate straightforward issues and escalate risks appropriately.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence working with legal teams and relevant external organisations.
• Ability to work independently within agreed procedures while contributing positively to a team.
• Good digital skills and the ability to learn and use multiple systems.
• Commitment to delivering a reliable, responsive and client-focused service.

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