Conveyancing Attorney

Abantu Staffing Solutions; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Abantu Staffing Solutions in South Africa seeks a qualified conveyancer to join our King William's Town practice. You will manage a conveyancing portfolio from instruction to registration, drafting and finalising documents, and liaising with Deeds Office and clients to progress transactions.

The ideal candidate has an LLB, admission as Attorney and Conveyancer, 3+ years of experience, and a strong knowledge of Deeds Office procedures.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage a conveyancing portfolio from instruction to registration, with support from senior conveyancers.
• Draft, check and finalise conveyancing documentation for lodgement.
• Liaise 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.
• Handle correspondent conveyancing instructions from other parts of the country.
• Ensure all financial and statutory requirements met prior to lodgement and registration.
• Attend to sectional title, development and township subdivision 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.

Skills

Client-focused

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication

Conveyancing knowledge

Team player

Eager to learn

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

LLB degree

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Admitted Conveyancer

Tools

Deeds Office procedures

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