Legal - Other Legal Benoni FULL TIME Job Summary A well-established and reputable law firm is seeking an experienced Assistant Conveyancing Secretary to join its busy Transfer Department. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented individual who is confident supporting a Senior Conveyancing Secretary and Conveyancer, while assisting in the management of property transfer files from instruction through to post-registration. Key Duties and Responsibilities: * Assist in managing conveyancing files from instruction to post-registration under the supervision of a Senior Conveyancing Secretary and Conveyancer * Provide regular and accurate progress updates to clients, estate agents, financial institutions, and other stakeholders * Liaise with municipalities, SARS, the Deeds Office, banks, and third parties to ensure matters progress efficiently * Prepare and maintain weekly progress reports and file status summaries * Open, organize, maintain, and close conveyancing files in line with audit and compliance requirements * Assist with financial administration, including requesting and following up on guarantees * Draft pro forma accounts and invoices as per attorney instructions * Collect and verify FICA documentation, ensuring compliance with internal procedures * Handle client and stakeholder queries within secretarial scope, escalating more complex matters where necessary Minimum requirements: * Matric (essential) * Certificate or Diploma in Legal Secretarial Studies, Conveyancing, or Office Administration (advantageous) * 3–5 years’ experience as a Conveyancing Secretary, specifically in property transfers * Proven experience assisting with high volumes of transfer files * Strong knowledge of conveyancing processes and Deeds Office procedures * Experience liaising with clients, estate agents, banks, municipalities, SARS, and the Deeds Office * Proficiency in conveyancing software such as LexisConvey * Experience with SARS eFiling * Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel) * Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure * Professional communication skills with a client-focused approach Consultant: Joss Suffield - Dante Personnel Cape Town Apply via our website www.dantesa.co.za If you do not hear from us within 5 days, please accept that your application was unsuccessful Dante Personnel Recruiter