| Reports to | Partner — Property |
An opportunity has arisen for a law clerk to join our Property team. You will be passionate and proud about your work and possess a flexible attitude with the ability to work well under pressure. You will have a minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in a law clerk or conveyancing role.
We are team focussed. While everyone is responsible for their own files, we have a collaborative and supportive environment. We encourage a professional and committed work ethic, while respecting the importance of you enjoying where you work and complimenting a balanced lifestyle. We have an inclusive culture of all backgrounds and abilities encouraging you to contribute to the success of the firm.
Primary objective of the position
This role is primarily for off-the-plan development work where you will assist in the operation and control of files. You will receive hands-on experience, quality mentoring and access to valuable learning opportunities with a view to managing your own development matters.
Duties and responsibilities
- Exchange contracts and complete data entry.
- Preparation of all relevant documents.
- Receipting and investing deposits.
- Undertake statutory searches and review and advise accordingly.
- Opening and closing files, entering new files into Affinity.
- General file maintenance and attending to day-to-day matters.
- Lodging applications for registration of subdivisions in SPEAR.
- Preparing files for settlement including PEXA, DutiesOnline for bulk settlements including preparation of statement of adjustments.
- Attending to notices of dispositions after settlement; and
- Monitoring payment of invoices and subsequent archiving.
Qualifications, experience and skills required
- 2–3 years’ property and general conveyancing experience.
- A good understanding of off-the-plan transaction requirements and procedures.
- A good understanding of certificates of titles, title restrictions, covenants, easements and plans of subdivision.
- A high standard of drafting correspondence, advanced skills in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PEXA, SPEAR and other relevant software programs.
- Knowledge of law, relevant processes and terminology required for a conveyancing transaction.
- High attention to detail.
- Be able to produce accurate, high-quality work in a timely manner.
- Be proactive and prioritise activities according to level of urgency.
- The ability to communicate effectively across all levels.
- Be able to identify when a transaction requires input or supervision from a senior law clerk or lawyer.
- Be able to remain calm under pressure during periods of high work volumes and strict timeframes.
- Confident working with minimal supervision and proactively supporting the broader team when needed
- Advanced knowledge of Excel would be an advantage.
- Build relationships to understand and appreciate client needs.