Job Description

Our client, a well-established and respected law firm based in Cape Town, offering professional legal services across various sectors is on the hunt for a Paralegal, to join their team to register transfers. If you are looking for a practice offering the opportunity to train in a professional working environment with exposure to various aspects of law (deceased estates, conveyancing, commercial law and curatorship), then this is the perfect place for you. The successful candidate will be responsible for attending to the transfer process, from instruction to registration, in our Noordhoek conveyancing department. Ideally you will have a minimum of 2 - 3 years' experience within a similar role.

You will be responsible for:

New Matter Setup:

Open new matters on AJS and LexisConvey, prepare introductory letters, LexisWinDeed searches, and attend to and complete FICA and KYC processes.

File Management:

Maintain physical and electronic files, ensuring they are organised and complete with all relevant documents.

Document Preparation:

Draft various conveyancing documents, including transfer documents, using MSWord and LexisConvey.

Administrative Support:

Handle general administrative tasks such as scanning, copying, filing, deliveries, and archiving as well as scheduling appointments for the signature of documents.

Problem-solving:

Proactively identify and resolve potential issues that may arise during the transfer process.

Communication:

Maintain regular communication with clients, linked attorneys, and external parties. Provide timely updates and address client inquiries promptly and professionally.

Financial Management:

Attend to the financial aspects of transactions, including preparing invoices, and final accounts.

Compliance:

Adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with FICA, KYC, and other relevant laws.

Education:

Matric / Grade 12

Recognised professional paralegal qualification

Additional Legal qualifications / courses are a bonus

In-depth knowledge of conveyancing procedures and legislation

Familiarity with legal terminology is an advantage

Proven track record essential

Computer Literate in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and LexisConvey

Experience with AJS & E4 will be adv.

Skills:

Initiating action, follow up and time management

Positive, diligent and hard worker

Ability to prioritise and co-ordinate work

Customer focus / service orientated and outcome based

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact clearly and professionally with clients and colleagues

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

High level of integrity, ethical values and confidentiality

Apply with your most recent resume & supporting documents.

Please note should you not receive a response from us within 7 working days; kindly consider your application unsuccessful. We wish you all the best.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R20000,00 - R22000,00 per month

Work Location: In person