Conveyancing Paralegal

Recvia; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern offices

Exposure to UK conveyancing matters

Competitive salary

Job summary

Recvia is seeking an experienced Residential Conveyancing Paralegal to join their Property team in Rosebank, Johannesburg, supporting residential conveyancing matters for a respected UK law firm. You will work closely with conveyancers and fee earners on transactions across England and Wales from our South African office.

The role involves file opening, contract drafting, AML checks, and coordinating with clients and third parties to ensure smooth progression from instruction to completion.

Qualifications

• Experience as Residential Conveyancing Paralegal or similar role.
• Strong understanding of residential property transactions.
• Knowledge of England & Wales legal jurisdiction.
• Experience with UK conveyancing process.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, proactive and client-focused approach.
• Experience working in a law firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Open and maintain conveyancing files.
• Prepare client care letters and documents.
• Manage AML and compliance checks.
• Draft contracts and support property transactions.
• Liaise with clients, solicitors, estate agents, lenders and third parties.
• Raise and respond to enquiries.
• Prepare Land Registry applications and SDLT submissions.
• Assist with exchange, completion and post-completion matters.
• Produce completion statements and invoices.
• Update case management systems and maintain records.

Skills

Residential conveyancing

Conveyancing

Legal documentation

Education

Paralegal certification

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Rosebank, Johannesburg | Supporting a Leading UK Law Firm

Are you an experienced Conveyancing Secretary, Conveyancing Paralegal, or Property Law Professional looking to work with a respected UK law firm while remaining based in South Africa?

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded UK law firm with a strong reputation in residential property law. Due to continued growth, they are seeking experienced South African conveyancing professionals to join their Property team from their modern offices in Rosebank, Johannesburg.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain exposure to the UK legal market, working closely with experienced Conveyancers and Fee Earners on residential property transactions across England and Wales.

The Role

You will provide essential support throughout the conveyancing process, helping to ensure transactions progress efficiently from instruction through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening and maintaining conveyancing files
• Preparing client care letters and legal documentation
• Managing AML and compliance checks
• Drafting contracts and supporting property transactions
• Liaising with clients, solicitors, estate agents, lenders, and third parties
• Raising and responding to enquiries
• Preparing Land Registry applications and SDLT submissions
• Assisting with exchange, completion, and post-completion matters
• Producing completion statements and invoices
• Updating case management systems and maintaining accurate records

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Residential Conveyancing Paralegal or Residential Property Paralegal
• Strong understanding of residential property transactions
• Knowledge of the England & Wales legal jurisdiction
• Experience of, or a good understanding of, the UK conveyancing process
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Professional, proactive, and client-focused approach
• Experience working within a law firm environment

What's On Offer

• Opportunity to work with a respected and growing UK law firm
• Modern offices based in Rosebank, Johannesburg
• Exposure to UK residential conveyancing matters
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Please note: We can only consider candidates with Residential Conveyancing / Residential Property experience. Applications from candidates with backgrounds in litigation, corporate, commercial, family, employment, immigration, compliance, or general legal support will not be considered.

If you have experience in residential conveyancing and are looking for an opportunity to work in an international legal environment, we'd love to hear from you.