Senior Project Conveyancing Paralegal

Colin Biggers & Paisley; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Colin Biggers & Paisley in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Project Conveyancing Paralegal to join our property and development team. You will manage land and built-form projects and run stream project conveyancing using our digital contract exchange and reporting platforms.

The role involves file management, preparing contracts, drafting correspondence, coordinating settlements, liaising with clients, real estate agents and lenders, and conducting online searches.

Qualifications

• 4 to 5 years' experience as a property conveyancing paralegal.
• Excellent client service.
• Strong knowledge of PEXA including PEXA Projects, SPEAR and Duties on Line.
• Strong knowledge of TriConvey, Leap or similar program.
• Knowledge of PlanIT would be beneficial but not essential.
• Exceptional communication skills, including interpersonal and written skills.
• Strong research and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, respond promptly and effectively to clients.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Touch typing.
• Knowledge and experience of Microsoft products, including Excel.
• Knowledge of iManage or similar document management system.

Responsibilities

• File management of conveyancing matters including sale and purchase files.
• Preparing contracts and drafting correspondence.
• Communicating with clients to receive instructions and to provide advice.
• Assisting with lodging documents online and coordinating settlements.
• Liaising with clients, real estate agents, lenders and other stakeholders.
• Researching details about the properties and developments being purchased or sold.
• Conducting online searches and inquiries.
• Following up with banks, financial institutions and all stakeholders on conveyancing matters.
• Diary management and end of month billing.
• Subdivision and development matters.

Skills

Client service

PEXA Projects

SPEAR

Duties on Line

TriConvey

Leap

PlanIT

Excel

iManage

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Typing/Touch typing

Research skills

Time management

Problem solving

Tools

PEXA Projects

SPEAR

Duties on Line

TriConvey

Leap

PlanIT

Job description

With a rich history founded in 1900, Colin Biggers & Paisley is an Australian based legal practice with offices in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne, advising local, national and international clients.

From our origins as a boutique Sydney practice, followed by strategic mergers, we've developed deep expertise to be the lawyers of choice in commercial law with main industry expertise in insurance, construction and property. We also have a strong focus in industries including financial services, government, transport & logistics, aged & community health, education, faith-based enterprises, corporate advisory, cyber and technology.

We are strategic partners, problem-solvers and progress-drivers, dedicated to building and securing the future for our clients, colleagues and communities.

About the team:

Colin Biggers & Paisley has more than a century of property industry experience, giving us a unique understanding and knowledge that sets us apart from our competitors.

Our experience is in residential, industrial, rural, commercial and government projects, across all property asset classes, including retirement, aged care, agriculture, residential mixed use, hotels, office leasing portfolios, shopping centres and infrastructure.

Our clients include, property developers, substantial property portfolio owners, government authorities and significant overseas corporate and government investors in the Australian real estate market as well as individuals acquiring homes and investment properties.

About the role:

We are searching for a Senior Project Conveyancing Paralegal to join the highly regarded property and development team in Melbourne to manage and coordinate various land and built form projects and run all stream project conveyancing in relation to those project using our digital contract exchange and reporting platforms. The role includes:

• File management of conveyancing matters including sale and purchase files
• Preparing contracts
• Communicating with clients to receive instructions and to provide advice
• Assisting with lodging documents on-line and coordinating settlements
• Liaising with clients, real estate agents, lenders and other stakeholders
• Researching details about the properties and developments being purchased or sold
• Conducting on-line searches and enquires
• Following up with banks, financial institutions and all stakeholders on all conveyancing matters
• Diary management and end of month billing
• Subdivision and development matters

About us:

With a rich history founded in 1900, Colin Biggers & Paisley is an Australian based legal practice with offices in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne, advising local, national and international clients.

From our origins as a boutique Sydney practice, followed by strategic mergers, we've developed deep expertise to be the lawyers of choice in commercial law with main industry expertise in insurance, construction and property. We also have a strong focus in industries including financial services, government, transport & logistics, aged & community health, education, faith-based enterprises, corporate advisory, cyber and technology.

We are strategic partners, problem-solvers and progress-drivers, dedicated to building and securing the future for our clients, colleagues and communities.

About the team:

Colin Biggers & Paisley has more than a century of property industry experience, giving us a unique understanding and knowledge that sets us apart from our competitors.

Our experience is in residential, industrial, rural, commercial and government projects, across all property asset classes, including retirement, aged care, agriculture, residential mixed use, hotels, office leasing portfolios, shopping centres and infrastructure.

Our clients include, property developers, substantial property portfolio owners, government authorities and significant overseas corporate and government investors in the Australian real estate market as well as individuals acquiring homes and investment properties.

About the role:

We are searching for a Senior Project Conveyancing Paralegal to join the highly regarded property and development team in Melbourne to manage and coordinate various land and built form projects and run all stream project conveyancing in relation to those project using our digital contract exchange and reporting platforms. The role includes:

• File management of conveyancing matters including sale and purchase files
• Preparing contracts
• Drafting correspondence
• Communicating with clients to receive instructions and to provide advice
• Assisting with lodging documents on-line and coordinating settlements
• Liaising with clients, real estate agents, lenders and other stakeholders
• Researching details about the properties and developments being purchased or sold
• Conducting on-line searches and enquires
• Following up with banks, financial institutions and all stakeholders on all conveyancing matters
• Diary management and end of month billing
• Subdivision and development matters

About you:

• 4 to 5 years' experience as a property conveyancing paralegal
• Excellent client service
• Strong knowledge of PEXA including PEXA Projects, SPEAR and Duties on Line
• Strong knowledge of TriConvey, Leap or similar program
• Knowledge of PlanIT would be beneficial but not essential
• High attention to detail and an eye for detail
• Relevant qualifications (highly desirable but not essential)
• Exceptional communication skills, including interpersonal and written skills
• Strong research and problem solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure, respond promptly and effectively to clients
• Excellent time management skills
• The ability to touch type
• Knowledge and experience of Microsoft products, including Excel
• Knowledge of iManage or similar document management system

Join the team:

Our culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work-life balance. We work hard for our clients but we also make sure we put our people first. Whether it's taking advantage of our discounted gym memberships across Australia, joining one of our all-star sports teams or enjoying a complimentary massage, Colin Biggers & Paisley offers a suite of unique employee benefits.

Our people are given every opportunity for both career progression and personal growth. We continually invest in our people and support and encourage them as they grow within the practice.

Inclusion and Diversity is a priority for us. “Diversity” to us means diversity in gender, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and ability, and “inclusion” for us means inclusion for all. We are committed to fostering a truly diverse workforce that is inclusive of everyone. Our aim is to be recognised as a leading provider of inclusion and diversity in the legal profession.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.