Job Description

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
Our client is seeking a dynamic Conveyancing Attorney to head up their property division as a Partner based in Cape Town.

• The ideal candidate will thrive under pressure, with proven resilience, tenacity, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities with ease. Strong communication skills are non-negotiable, along with a collaborative mindset and a natural ability to build rapport with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. Social confidence and the ability to engage with clients on an entertainment level are also key.
• This is a perfect opportunity for a seasoned Associate ready to step up into a Partner role.
• A strong existing network within the property space - including connections with banks, estate agents, and other referral channels - would be highly advantageous.
• The position will entail both attending to and supervising conveyancing transactions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receiving and perusing instructions to attend to conveyancing and associated matters
• Drafting various conveyancing documents accurately and independently
• Liaising with clients, city councils, SARS, managing agents, banks and linked attorney firms
• Preparing and checking documents for lodgement, ensuring all conditions are met, and processes followed for transactions to be registered successfully at the relevant Deeds Registry
• Attending to and checking all financial aspects of transactions, including pro-forma and final reconciliation statements of account
• Provision of legal advisory services
• Assisting with the effective and efficient management of all conveyancing and related matters
• Assisting with the operational requisites of the conveyancing department
• Assisting with marketing, managing existing relationships and new business

Skills and knowledge:

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of conveyancing and related areas of law
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent command of the English and Afrikaans(advantage) languages
• Excellent communication, written skills, and ability to liaise with clients, banks and colleagues professionally and effectively
• Ability to work independently and to effectively manage high volumes of work
• Team player with good interpersonal skills, showing an eagerness to assist others within the department and a willingness to learn

Desired Experience & Qualification:

• LLB Law Degree
• Minimum of 5 years of practice experience in Conveyancing;
• Admitted Attorney
• Admitted
• Admission as a Notary would be an advantage

Additional Requirements

• Presentable and professional
• Advanced computer literacy (Microsoft and legal software programs)

Skills Required