Real Estate Paralegal

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive…

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive legal team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Real Estate Paralegal in Polokwane to support attorneys, agents and clients in real estate transactions, drafting and reviewing documents, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

This hybrid role allows remote document review and in-person meetings, court appearances, or consultations as required by the process, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or Paralegal Certificate from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Real Estate Paralegal or similar role.
• Thorough understanding of real estate law, title insurance, and closing procedures.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and standard office software.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a hybrid work model.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in managing real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
• Draft, review, and revise contracts, deeds, leases, and other legal documents related to property.
• Conduct legal research on property law, zoning regulations, and title issues.
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and government agencies as needed for transaction progression.

Skills

Real estate transactions

Legal research

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Hybrid work model

Education

Associate's degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Legal research databases

Office software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Real Estate Paralegal to provide crucial legal support for their operations in Polokwane . This role requires expertise in handling real estate transactions, drafting legal documents, and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. You will work closely with attorneys, agents, and clients, facilitating the smooth execution of property deals. This hybrid position offers flexibility for remote document review and preparation, alongside necessary in-person meetings and court appearances or client consultations as required by the legal processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in managing real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
• Draft, review, and revise contracts, deeds, leases, and other legal documents related to property.
• Conduct legal research on property law, zoning regulations, and title issues.
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and government agencies as needed for transaction progression.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or Paralegal Certificate from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Real Estate Paralegal or similar role.
• Thorough understanding of real estate law, title insurance, and closing procedures.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and standard office software.
• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a hybrid work model serving Polokwane .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing legal education.
• Supportive and collaborative legal team environment.
• Exposure to a wide range of real estate transactions.
• Flexible hybrid work schedule balancing remote and in-office duties.