Senior Property Development & Conveyancing Counsel (Hybrid)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary package

Performance-based incentives

Medical aid contribution

Professional development in property?

Property development projects exposure

Team-oriented environment

Annual leave and holidays

Modern legal technology access

Coastal location proximity

Job summary

Placements24 represents a prominent real estate developer seeking a Legal Advisor in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will oversee conveyancing, property development, and related contracts, delivering practical legal solutions across the property lifecycle.

The role requires at least 5 years in property law and a SA admission as attorney or conveyancer. A hybrid work arrangement, strong negotiation skills, and client service are essential to support major development projects in the region.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney or conveyancer in South Africa.
• Minimum 5 years in property law, conveyancing and ideally development.
• Experience drafting and executing property sale agreements and managing conveyancing.
• Knowledge of SA property law, sectional title legislation, and land use planning.
• Hybrid work experience and remote collaboration proficiency.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and client service skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities and multi-transaction management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute all aspects of the conveyancing process for property transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate sale and lease agreements and other property contracts.
• Provide legal advice on land acquisition, development and zoning matters.
• Ensure compliance with Deeds Registries Act and related property laws.
• Liaise with estate agents, banks, and local authorities.
• Conduct legal due diligence on properties being acquired or developed.
• Advise on sectional title schemes and management.
• Handle dispute resolution related to property transactions.
• Oversee registration of bonds and transfer of ownership.
• Stay current with developments affecting the property market.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Client service

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent & team work

Education

Admitted Attorney/Conveyancer (SA)

Job description

Placements24 represents a prominent real estate developer seeking a Legal Advisor in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will oversee conveyancing, property development, and related contracts, delivering practical legal solutions across the property lifecycle.

The role requires at least 5 years in property law and a SA admission as attorney or conveyancer. A hybrid work arrangement, strong negotiation skills, and client service are essential to support major development projects in the region.