Property Law Specialist

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Durban office location

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a Property Law Specialist with a passion for real estate law to handle conveyancing, leases, and property development matters. The role focuses on delivering high-quality client service within a collaborative team in a dynamic practice.

Required: LLB degree and admission as an attorney, with at least 4 years’ property law experience. Proficiency in conveyancing software and legal databases is preferred.

Qualifications

• LLB degree is essential.
• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of SA.
• Minimum 4 years in property law and conveyancing.
• Experience drafting and registering property documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage all conveyancing tasks: registrations, transfers, bonds, servitudes.
• Advise on sales, purchases, leases, and developments.
• Draft and review commercial and residential leases.

Skills

Negotiation

Client management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

LLB degree

Tools

Conveyancing software

Legal databases

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly respected legal firm with a strong presence in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal , is actively recruiting for a dedicated Property Law Specialist. This role is ideal for a lawyer passionate about real estate law, seeking to contribute their expertise to a dynamic and client-focused practice. The Specialist will handle a diverse range of property-related matters, including conveyancing, commercial property transactions, leasing, and property development. The firm values professional integrity, collaborative teamwork, and delivering exceptional service to clients across various sectors. This position offers the chance to work within a supportive environment in the vibrant coastal city of Durban , dealing with significant property portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of conveyancing, including the registration of transfers, bonds, and servitudes.
• Advise clients on various property law matters, including sales, purchases, leases, and developments.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and residential lease agreements.
• Conduct legal due diligence on property transactions, identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Assist with property development projects, including sectional title schemes and township establishment.
• Liaise with estate agents, developers, financial institutions, and other stakeholders involved in property transactions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant property legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Provide legal support for property finance transactions.
• Resolve disputes related to property ownership, boundaries, and land use.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree is essential.
• Admission as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• A minimum of 4 years of practical experience in property law and conveyancing.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and registering property-related documents.
• Thorough understanding of South African property law, including the Deeds Registries Act and Sectional Titles Act.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and client management skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in conveyancing software and legal databases.
• A proactive and client-centric approach to legal practice.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, reflecting the candidate's experience and expertise.
• Benefits include contributions to a medical aid fund and a provident fund.
• The firm invests in its employees' growth through ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• This role provides an excellent opportunity to advance one's career in property law within a reputable firm located in the scenic city of Durban .
• We foster a collegial atmosphere and support work-life integration.