Senior Property Law & Conveyancing Officer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and provident fund

Professional development in property &

Exposure to high-value property deals

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Legal Officer in Vereeniging, Gauteng, focusing on property law. You will handle acquisitions, disposals, leasing and development projects, drafting and reviewing property contracts, and due diligence to support smooth property transactions.

You will collaborate with development, finance and sales teams while ensuring compliance with SA property legislation and Deeds Office procedures. A strong background in sectional title matters is essential.

Qualifications

• LLB degree and admission as Attorney in the High Court of SA.
• Minimum 5 years post-admission experience with a focus on property law and conveyancing.
• Experience drafting and negotiating property contracts and managing transactions.
• In-depth knowledge of SA property law incl. sectional title legislation and Deeds Office procedures.
• Familiarity with planning and environmental law as it pertains to property development.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to manage a varied workload.
• Proficiency with conveyancing software and legal research tools.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate property-related agreements (sale, lease, building contracts).
• Conduct thorough due diligence on properties being acquired or developed.
• Manage the conveyancing process for property transactions.
• Advise on zoning, land use and planning law matters.
• Ensure compliance with property legislation (Deeds Registries Act, etc.).
• Liaise with agents, developers, financial institutions and authorities.
• Manage property disputes and litigation if required.
• Advise on sectional title schemes and management.
• Maintain accurate property records and protect company rights.

Skills

Property law

Drafting contracts

Negotiation

Due diligence

Conveyancing

Legal research

Education

LLB degree

Admission as Attorney (SA)

Tools

Conveyancing software

Legal research tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Legal Officer in Vereeniging, Gauteng, focusing on property law. You will handle acquisitions, disposals, leasing and development projects, drafting and reviewing property contracts, and due diligence to support smooth property transactions.

You will collaborate with development, finance and sales teams while ensuring compliance with SA property legislation and Deeds Office procedures. A strong background in sectional title matters is essential.