Conveyancing Paralegal

We are seeking a Conveyancing Assistant to support our legal and conveyancing operations with a strong focus on Australian property law. The ideal candidate is either an Australian-qualified lawyer with conveyancing experience or a Philippine-trained lawyer with relevant exposure to Australian property and conveyancing matters. The successful hire will assist in preparing contract-related advice, reviewing documentation, and supporting the team across ACT and NSW jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing conveyancing advice, documentation, and client correspondence.
• Review contracts and answer standard questions related to property transactions, including ACT and NSW conveyancing processes.
• Conduct legal research and provide preliminary interpretations of contract clauses and conveyancing requirements.
• Coordinate with onshore professionals to ensure all advice and documents meet Australian legal standards.
• Support the team in managing end-to-end conveyancing workflows, ensuring timely and accurate outputs.
• Utilize AI-generated drafts and refine them under the guidance of a qualified lawyer.
• Assist in maintaining accurate records, files, and documentation related to property transactions.
• Perform administrative and legal support tasks as required by the conveyancing team.

Qualifications

Required:

• Australian-qualified lawyer with experience in conveyancing; or
• PH-trained lawyer with demonstrable experience in Australian property law or conveyancing.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with ACT and NSW conveyancing laws and processes.
• Previous exposure to reviewing contracts of sale, transfer documents, and related property documentation.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of property law principles and conveyancing procedures.
• Excellent research, analytical, and document-review skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in legal drafting.
• Ability to interpret legal concepts clearly and concisely.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with both offshore and onshore teams.
• Adaptability in using AI tools to assist with legal drafting and research.