Description:
The Paralegal – Conveyancing will play a pivotal role in supporting the company’s legal function, with a strong focus on conveyancing transactions, property transfer processes, and providing legal support to estate agents and realtor clients.
This role requires exceptional organisational ability, strong attention to detail, and a deep understanding of conveyancing processes from inception through to registration.
You will be responsible for managing documentation, communicating with all stakeholders in the property transaction process, and ensuring compliance and accuracy at every step.
Key Responsibilities:
Conveyancing Support
· Prepare, review, and manage conveyancing documentation including transfer documents, bond documents, and ancillary agreements
· Track and manage progress of property transfers from instruction to final registration
· Conduct due diligence on property information, title deeds, and supporting documents
· Liaise with banks, bond attorneys, transferring attorneys, and deeds offices
· Manage conditions precedent, FICA compliance, and client onboarding documentation
Realtor & Client Support
· Act as the central point of contact for realtor clients, buyers, sellers, and attorneys
· Provide legal process updates, timelines, and transaction status reports
· Assist realtors with contractual queries (e.g., OTPs, addendums, compliance certificates)
· Guide agents through legislative requirements, compliance procedures, and best practices
Administrative & Compliance Duties
· Maintain accurate electronic and physical filing systems
· Update CRM and internal platforms with transaction data and milestones
· Prepare reports for the Legal Director and Managing Partners
· Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and internal compliance standards
· Coordinate signing of documents, couriering, and follow-ups with external parties
Commercial & Cross-Functional Support
· Collaborate with the commercial, advisory, and digital transformation teams to ensure legal processes align with broader business operations
· Assist with drafting basic commercial documents where required
· Support legal responses for client onboarding and due diligence packs
· Contribute to the refinement of legal workflows and digital automation initiatives
Education & Qualifications
· Paralegal qualification with a focus on conveyancing (essential)