Senior Real Estate Attorney & Practice Lead – Paarl

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Practice leadership autonomy

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of a distinguished law firm in the Western Cape, seeks a Senior Real Estate Attorney to lead the Paarl real estate practice, overseeing complex transactions and a legal team.

The role requires an Admitted Attorney with 10+ years in property law, strong negotiation, drafting, leadership, and client development, with deep local market knowledge in Paarl and the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with SA High Court status and extensive real estate experience.
• 10+ years in real estate law with senior-level exposure.
• Notary Public / Conveyancer registration is essential.
• Strong client relationship management and business development capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex real estate transactions, acquisitions and development.
• Provide expert advice on conveyancing, sectional title, and commercial leasing.
• Draft, review, and negotiate sale, lease, and development contracts.
• Oversee conveyancing from start to registration with strict compliance.
• Advise on property development regulations, zoning, and land use planning.
• Represent clients in disputes, litigation, and arbitration.
• Conduct due diligence on properties and developments.
• Mentor junior attorneys and support staff; build client relationships.

Skills

Negotiation

Drafting

Leadership

Client relations

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Notary Public / Conveyancer

Tools

Legal research tools

MS Office

Job description

Placements24, on behalf of a distinguished law firm in the Western Cape, seeks a Senior Real Estate Attorney to lead the Paarl real estate practice, overseeing complex transactions and a legal team.

The role requires an Admitted Attorney with 10+ years in property law, strong negotiation, drafting, leadership, and client development, with deep local market knowledge in Paarl and the Western Cape.