Senior Conveyancing Secretary

University of Fort Hare; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare in Paarl is seeking a Senior Conveyancing Secretary with solid bond registrations experience to support conveyancers through the full conveyancing process.

The role emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with bank requirements; requires teamwork, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure.

You will liaise with banks, clients and stakeholders, prepare and review conveyancing documents, and manage file upkeep to ensure timely lodgements.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience as a Conveyancing Secretary or related experience.
• Experience in working with major banks including ABSA, Standard Bank, Investec, and FNB.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently & under pressure.
• Meticulous and attention to detail.
• Able to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process bond registrations from instruction through to lodgement and registration.
• Liaise with banks, clients, and relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare and review conveyancing documentation.
• Ensure compliance with bank requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain accurate file management and record keeping.
• Provide administrative support to conveyancers.

Skills

Conveyancing experience

Bond registrations

Communication skills

Independent work

Team player

Education

Grade 12

Tertiary qualification advantageous

Tools

LexisConvey

e4

Stordoc

LexisSign

Ghost Practice

Job description

My client, an established legal firm based in Paarl, is seeking to employ a Senior Conveyancing Secretary.
The successful candidate will have solid experience in bond registrations and will support conveyancers through the full conveyancing process, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with bank requirements.

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Tertiary qualification will be advantageous
• 3 years experience as a Conveyancing Secretary or related experience
• Experience in LexisConvey, e4, Stordoc, LexisSign and Ghost Practice software will be advantageous
• Experience working with major banks including ABSA, Standard Bank, Investec, and FNB
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently & under pressure.
• Meticulous and attention to detail.
• Able to work well as part of a team

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage and process bond registrations from instruction through to lodgement and registration
• Liaise with banks, clients, and relevant stakeholders
• Prepare and review conveyancing documentation
• Ensure compliance with bank requirements and deadlines
• Maintain accurate file management and record keeping
• Provide administrative support to conveyancers

In return a competitive salary is on offer