Conveyancing Attorney

Abantu Staffing Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Abantu Staffing Solutions is assisting a King William's Town conveyancing practice in East London to recruit a qualified Conveyancer. The role requires handling a full conveyancing portfolio from instruction to registration, with support from senior conveyancers.

You will draft and finalise all conveyancing documents, liaise with the Deeds Office, clients, banks and other conveyancers, and ensure compliance with FICA and POPIA.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric minimum.
• LLB degree and admitted Attorney status.
• Admitted Conveyancer required.
• 3+ years' experience in conveyancing or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Deeds Office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage a conveyancing portfolio from instruction to registration, with senior support as needed.
• Draft, check and finalise all conveyancing documents for lodgement.
• Liaise with the Deeds Office in King William's Town on lodgements, queries and rejections.
• Coordinate with clients, estate agents, banks and other conveyancers on progress.
• Handle correspondent conveyancing instructions from other parts of the country.
• Ensure all financial and statutory requirements are met prior to lodgement and registration.
• Assist with sectional title, development and township subdivision transactions as required.
• Collaborate with conveyancing secretaries and staff in the King William's Town office.
• Ensure compliance with FICA, POPIA and other relevant legislation throughout the process.
• Attend to any other duties incidental to the practice.

Skills

Conveyancing knowledge

Attention to detail

Client communication

Team player

Professional demeanor

Education

LLB degree

Admitted Attorney

Admitted Conveyancer

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric
• LLB degree
• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
• Admitted Conveyancer
• 3+ years' experience in a similar role / environment.
• Sound working knowledge of Deeds Office procedures and requirements
• Willingness to be trained and mentored within an established conveyancing practice
• Valid driver's license essential; own vehicle advantageous

Responsibilities

• Manage a conveyancing portfolio, including transfers, bonds and cancellations, from instruction to registration, with support from senior conveyancers where needed
• Draft, check and finalise all conveyancing documentation for lodgement
• Liaise directly with the Deeds Office in King William's Town on lodgements, queries and rejections
• Liaise with clients, estate agents, banks and other conveyancers on transaction progress and requirements
• Handle correspondent conveyancing instructions received from other parts of the country
• Ensure all financial and statutory requirements have been met prior to lodgement and registration
• Attend to sectional title, development and township sub-division transactions as required
• Work closely with conveyancing secretaries and support staff in the King William's Town office
• Ensure compliance with FICA, POPIA and other relevant legislation throughout the conveyancing process
• Attend to any other duties reasonable and incidental to the practice of conveyancing as the firm's needs may require

Competencies / Skills

• Professional and client-focused
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills (spoken and written)
• Strong working knowledge of conveyancing legislation and Deeds Office practice
• Eager to learn and grow within a full conveyancing portfolio
• Able to work well within a team environment