Conveyancing Paralegal

Stewart Burr and Mayr Lawyers; Redcliffe; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stewart Burr and Mayr Lawyers in Redcliffe, QLD seeks an enthusiastic Conveyancer to handle residential conveyancing across Redcliffe, Caboolture and Strathpine offices. You will prepare contracts, conduct searches, and manage settlements to ensure compliant, timely transactions for buyers and sellers.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, client communication, and coordination with lenders and agents, in a busy regional practice with strong local reputation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as conveyancer or property paralegal in Queensland.
• Strong knowledge of local conveyancing processes.
• Experience with contract preparation and settlements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review contracts of sale in accordance with Queensland property laws.
• Conduct property searches and advise clients on encumbrances or zoning issues.
• Assist buyers and sellers with disclosure obligations.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel on special terms or issues from inspections.
• Monitor critical contract dates and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with clients, conveyancers, lenders, and real estate agents.
• Prepare settlement figures and final statements, including rate, water, and body corporate adjustments.
• Manage transfer of funds and discharge of mortgages at settlement.
• Draft all necessary documents and lodge with Titles Office.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Client focus

LEAP software

Tools

LEAP

Job description

Stewart Burr and Mayr Lawyers – Redcliffe QLD

Stewart Burr and Mayr Lawyers is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Conveyancer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for residential conveyancing in our busy and expanding legal practices at our Redcliffe, Caboolture and Strathpine offices.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review contracts of sale, ensuring all details comply with relevant Queensland property laws, including the Property Occupations Act 2014 and the Land Title Act 1994
• Conduct property searches, including title searches, and advise clients on any issues found, such as encumbrances, easements, or zoning restrictions
• Help clients, both buyers and sellers, meet their disclosure obligations regarding the property
• Handle negotiations on behalf of the client with the other party's legal representative, particularly regarding special conditions or issues arising from inspections
• Monitor critical contract dates, such as finance or building and pest inspection deadlines, and ensure compliance to avoid financial or legal penalties for the client
• Coordinate with all parties involved, including the client, the other side's conveyancer, financial institutions, and real estate agents, to manage all aspects of the transaction
• Prepare the settlement figures and final settlement statement, calculating adjustments for rates, water, and body corporate fees
• Manage the transfer of funds, discharge of mortgages, and other financial aspects of the settlement
• Draft and prepare all legal documents necessary for the transaction, such as transfer forms
• Lodge the required documents with the Titles Office to officially transfer the property title

About you

• Proven experience working as a conveyancer or property paralegal in Queensland, with a strong knowledge of local conveyancing processes
• Proficiency with conveyancing software, such as LEAP, is often an advantage
• Exceptional attention to detail: Essential for managing legal documents and ensuring all contractual and legislative requirements are met
• Strong communication skills: Ability to clearly explain legal concepts to clients and liaise effectively with all stakeholders
• Organisational skills: Must be capable of managing multiple files and deadlines concurrently
• Problem-solving abilities: Required to identify and resolve potential legal issues that may arise during a transaction
• Client-focused approach: A commitment to delivering excellent customer service and providing a smooth experience for clients