Residential Real Estate Paralegal

Aplin; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Group RRSP with employer contributions

35-hour work week

Onsite fitness centre

Job summary

Aplin is partnering with an Edmonton law firm to hire an experienced Residential Real Estate Paralegal. This senior-level role supports lawyers with residential real estate transactions, manages files from start to finish with minimal supervision, and delivers exceptional service to clients, banks, and stakeholders.

The successful candidate will have 10+ years of experience, strong knowledge of Land Titles, tax, and PPR searches, and proven ability to draft and review real estate documents while

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Residential Real Estate Paralegal.
• Strong knowledge of Land Titles, tax, and PPR searches.
• Experience preparing and reviewing purchase, mortgage, and real estate documents.
• Proficiency in registering and discharging Land Titles documents.
• Experience managing trust funds.
• Ability to draft correspondence and legal documents with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support lawyers with residential real estate transactions
• Conduct Land Titles, tax, and PPR searches
• Prepare and review purchase, mortgage, and other real estate documents
• Register and discharge Land Titles documents
• Manage trust funds related to transactions
• Draft correspondence and legal documents with minimal supervision
• Proofread documents for accuracy and formatting
• Provide file status updates to banks, clients, and stakeholders
• Manage multiple files with attention to detail and client service

Skills

Residential real estate paralegal

Land Titles searches

PPR searches

Trust funds management

Drafting legal documents

Attention to detail

Client service

Independent work

Multitasking

Job description

Aplin is partnering with our long-term client, a respected Edmonton law firm, to hire an experienced Residential Real Estate Paralegal. This is a senior-level opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with 10+ years of experience to join a collaborative real estate team.

The successful candidate will support lawyers with residential real estate transactions, manage files from start to finish with minimal supervision, and provide exceptional service to clients, banks, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Support lawyers with residential real estate transactions
• Conduct Land Titles, tax, and PPR searches
• Prepare and review purchase, mortgage, and other real estate documents
• Register and discharge Land Titles documents
• Manage trust funds related to transactions
• Draft correspondence and legal documents with minimal supervision
• Proofread documents for accuracy and formatting
• Provide file status updates to banks, clients, and stakeholders
• Manage multiple files while ensuring accuracy and strong client service

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of experience as a Residential Real Estate Paralegal
• Strong knowledge of Land Titles, tax, and PPR searches
• Experience preparing and reviewing purchase, mortgage, and real estate documents
• Proficiency in registering and discharging Land Titles documents
• Experience managing trust funds
• Ability to draft correspondence and legal documents with minimal supervision
• Exceptional attention to detail and proofreading skills
• Strong organizational and file management abilities
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $75,000 – $85,000 per annum, commensurate with experience
• Work Week: 35 hours
• Vacation: 3 or 4 weeks with personal days
• Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental coverage
• Retirement: Group RRSP and employer contribution program

Why This Role?

• Join a well-established Edmonton law firm with a strong real estate practice
• Senior-level role with autonomy and minimal supervision
• 35-hour work week for genuine work-life balance
• Comprehensive benefits and retirement savings support
• Collaborative team environment
• Health & wellness subsidy
• Free onsite fitness centre and terrace access
• Discounted transit pass program
• Wellness discounts on admissions and memberships

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.