KAJDIJA NDIKU MBULA

Related Residential Sales (Leaseholds & Freeholds)

• Successfully managed the conveyancing process from instruction through to completion, ensuring all transactions complied with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Streamlined documentation by efficiently ordering and reviewing office copies, contributing to faster contract preparation.
• Ordered redemption statements and reported initial figures clearly to clients, supporting informed decision-making.
• Ordered management packs for all leasehold transactions, coordinating effectively with freeholders and management companies.
• Drafted and issued comprehensive contract packs to the other side, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintained accurate records and case files, supporting compliance and minimising the risk of delays.
• Assisted in drafting and responding to enquiries.
• Delivered clear, practical advice to clients, enhancing their understanding of rights and responsibilities throughout the transaction.
• Assisted on finalising and reporting completion statements
• Proactively kept up to date with property law and regulatory developments, ensuring best practice and compliance.
• Provided exceptional client service, consistently representing the firm’s professional standards and values.

Newbuild Purchases (Leaseholds & Freeholds)

• Managed high-value new build purchases, sales, and part-exchange transactions from instruction to completion.
• Reviewed and assessed contract packs and mortgage offers, ensuring accuracy and completeness before summarising findings for clients to support informed decision-making.
• Conducted ID verification, bankruptcy searches, AML checks, and reviewed source of funds documentation.
• Ordered, analysed and reported property searches to clients.
• Ordered OS2 priority searches to safeguard lender and client interests.
• Liaised with clients, lenders, and developers to resolve issues and drive timely completions.
• Handled SDLT filings, Land Registry applications (AP1s), and requisition responses.
• Produced accurate documentation and correspondence using LEAP software across a high-volume caseload.
• Praised by senior partners for delivering concise, commercially focused client reports that improved client experience and reduced follow-up queries.
• Recognised for the ability to step in and cover a fee earner’s caseload independently, ensuring seamless continuity of service.

• Assisted in contract exchanges and completions.
• Conducted compliance checks (ID, bankruptcy, etc.).
• Prepared contract packs for new builds, leasehold, and freehold.
• Provided admin/legal support to three fee earners.
• Liaised with solicitors and resolved client enquiries.
• Drafted correspondence using LEAP software.

• Managed compliance and legal documentation for property sales.
• Supported legal inquiries and liaised with external counsel.
• Oversaw team KPIs and implemented process improvements.
• Organised contracts and handled regulatory audits.

• Observed case preparation and supported legal proceedings.
• Assisted with legal aid applications and client documentation.
• Drafted deeds, wills, and legal submissions.
• Attended hearings and compiled case materials.
• Gained exposure to court procedures and case strategy.