Paralegal Agriculture - Post Completion

• Manage and process all post-completion tasks arising from agricultural property transactions
• Prepare and submit Land Registry applications (including AP1s, FR1s, and related documents) accurately and within required timeframes
• Liaise with internal post-completions teams to ensure applications are correctly drafted, submitted, and progressed to registration
• Respond to Land Registry requisitions promptly and effectively, working with fee earners where necessary
• Collate, review, and organise all completion documentation required for registration and file closure
• Oversee use of electronic signing platforms (e.g., DocuSign), ensuring documents are executed correctly and securely
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of all documents and correspondence within case management systems
• Operate electronic payment systems to manage disbursements and outgoing funds post-completion
• Ensure funds are distributed accurately and in line with completion statements and client instructions
• Assist with reconciliation processes and liaise with accounts teams as required
• Communicate with clients, agents, lenders, and third parties regarding post-completion matters
• Provide updates on registration progress and deal with queries professionally and efficiently
• Work collaboratively with fee earners and the wider property team to ensure seamless transaction closure
• Undertake file closure procedures, ensuring all documentation is complete, compliant, and appropriately archived
• Verify that all post-completion tasks have been finalised prior to file closure
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, regulatory requirements, and best practice standards

• Previous experience in a property or real estate environment (agricultural property experience desirable but not essential)
• Strong understanding of post-completion processes and Land Registry procedures
• Experience using case management systems and document management platforms
• Familiarity with electronic signing tools and financial/payment systems
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet strict deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Agricultural property experience

• Agile working
• Blended approach to where and how we work
• Hybrid role (2-3 days per week on-site)