Permanent
Conveyancing Secretary
West Coast Personnel
Cape Town, Western Cape
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About this role
Employer: West Coast Personnel
We are seeking an experienced Conveyancing Secretary to join a Cape Town Property Team. The role involves managing property transactions from start to finish, including transfers, documentation, stakeholder liaison, and related financial processes. A minimum of five years’ conveyancing experience and strong administrative skills are essential. Proficiency in MS Office and conveyancing systems is required.
Key areas of responsibility include:
* Taking ownership of the transaction from beginning to the end which includes residential and commercial property transfers.
* Preparing files accurately according to specifications.
* Administering and organizing the Conveyancing legal practice of the Director.
* Effective stakeholder communication essential for both internal & external parties (Banks, Municipalities, Rates Consultants, Estate Agents, Deeds Office, etc.)
* Drafting Documents.
* Obtaining Transfer Duty & Rates Clearance certificates
* Attending to Lodgements and Registrations of all Transfers, Bond Cancellations and Bonds
* Attending to all the Finances related to the conveyancing transactions
Competencies:
* Attention to detail & Quality focused.
* Ability to multi-task & have good organizational skills.
* Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
* Solid and stable conveyancing secretarial experience required
Requirements:
* Matric Essential.
* Legal secretary / paralegal / conveyancing qualification advantageous.
* 5 years Conveyancing Secretarial experience essential.
* Full working knowledge of all MS packages.
* Experience on the RMB Private Wealth bank system advantageous.
* In-depth knowledge of conveyancing software/systems such as: Lexis Convey, Lotus Notes, E4 (portal based) and Windeed