Real Estate Transaction Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is actively seeking a Real Estate Transaction Specialist to manage property transactions from initial agreement to registration, coordinating with conveyancers and clients for seamless processing.

You will draft and review purchase and lease contracts, perform due diligence, and ensure compliance with South African property laws, while liaising with legal teams, agents, and financial institutions. The role offers a hybrid work model and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Property Studies, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in real estate transactions or conveyancing.
• Strong knowledge of South Africa property legislation and conveyancing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of real estate transactions from initial agreement to final registration.
• Conduct due diligence including title searches, zoning reviews, and environmental assessments.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and lease agreements and other contracts.
• Liaise with conveyancers, attorneys, and third parties to ensure timely completion of transactions.
• Maintain accurate records of all property transactions and documentation.
• Advise on legal aspects of property development, zoning, and land use planning.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law or Property Studies

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Real Estate Transaction Specialist to manage and execute property transactions in Mossel Bay. This role is crucial for facilitating the smooth and legally compliant buying, selling, and leasing of properties. You will work closely with internal legal teams, external estate agents, financial institutions, and clients to ensure all transactional requirements are met efficiently and accurately. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with a strong background in property law and transaction management to contribute to the property development sector in a prime coastal location.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of real estate transactions, from initial agreement to final registration.
• Conduct due diligence, including title searches, zoning reviews, and environmental assessments.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, lease agreements, and other property-related contracts.
• Liaise with conveyancers, attorneys, and other third parties to ensure timely completion of transactions.
• Maintain accurate records of all property transactions and associated documentation.
• Advise on legal aspects of property development, zoning, and land use planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Property Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in real estate transactions, property law, or conveyancing.
• Thorough understanding of property legislation, contracts, and conveyancing procedures in South Africa.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Experience with property development regulations is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid working model combining office-based and remote work flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on significant property projects in a scenic location.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities in the real estate and legal fields.