Paralegal Conveyancing

K2 Recruit; Durban; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

An established legal advisory firm in Durban is seeking a Paralegal – Conveyancing to support conveyancing transactions and provide legal assistance to real estate clients. Key responsibilities include managing documentation and ensuring compliance throughout the transfer process. The ideal candidate will have a paralegal qualification focused on conveyancing and at least 3 years of relevant experience. This opportunity offers a step into a progressive environment supporting legal and commercial innovations.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Exposure to legal and commercial innovation

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a conveyancing paralegal role.
• Strong understanding of property transfers and registration processes.
• Experience in a property-law environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage conveyancing documentation.
• Track property transfers from instruction to registration.
• Liaise with banks and attorneys.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Education

Paralegal qualification focused on conveyancing

Tools

Conveyancing software

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

The Paralegal – Conveyancing will play a pivotal role in supporting the company’s legal function, with a strong focus on conveyancing transactions, property transfer processes, and providing legal support to estate agents and realtor clients.

This role requires exceptional organisational ability, strong attention to detail, and a deep understanding of conveyancing processes from inception through to registration.

You will be responsible for managing documentation, communicating with all stakeholders in the property transaction process, and ensuring compliance and accuracy at every step.

Key Responsibilities

Conveyancing Support

• Prepare, review, and manage conveyancing documentation including transfer documents, bond documents, and ancillary agreements
• Track and manage progress of property transfers from instruction to final registration
• Conduct due diligence on property information, title deeds, and supporting documents
• Liaise with banks, bond attorneys, transferring attorneys, and deeds offices
• Manage conditions precedent, FICA compliance, and client onboarding documentation

Realtor & Client Support

• Act as the central point of contact for realtor clients, buyers, sellers, and attorneys
• Provide legal process updates, timelines, and transaction status reports
• Assist realtors with contractual queries (e.g., OTPs, addendums, compliance certificates)
• Guide agents through legislative requirements, compliance procedures, and best practices

Administrative & Compliance Duties

• Maintain accurate electronic and physical filing systems
• Update CRM and internal platforms with transaction data and milestones
• Prepare reports for the Legal Director and Managing Partners
• Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and internal compliance standards
• Coordinate signing of documents, couriering, and follow-ups with external parties

Commercial & Cross-Functional Support

• Collaborate with the commercial, advisory, and digital transformation teams to ensure legal processes align with broader business operations
• Assist with drafting basic commercial documents where required
• Support legal responses for client onboarding and due diligence packs
• Contribute to the refinement of legal workflows and digital automation initiatives

Education & Qualifications

• Paralegal qualification with a focus on conveyancing (essential)

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a conveyancing paralegal role
• Strong understanding of property transfers, registration processes, deeds office procedures, and legal compliance
• Experience working with realtors or in a property-law environment highly advantageous

Technical Competence

• Proficient in conveyancing software and document management systems
• Skilled in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong digital literacy; comfortable working with modern CRM and workflow platforms

Skills & Attributes

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and relationship-building ability
• Deadline-driven with exceptional organisational skills
• Professional, calm, and solutions-focused
• Strong multitasking and prioritisation abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, modern legal environment

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Join a progressive, tech-enabled advisory firm that is shaping the future of commercial and legal solutions
• Work closely with realtors, attorneys, business leaders, and digital specialists
• Exposure to a unique blend of legal, commercial, and data-driven innovation
• Be part of a high-performance team in a supportive, entrepreneurial environment