Conveyancing Secretary – Sandton

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Conveyancing Secretary to join our legal practice in Sandton. The role involves managing residential and commercial property transfers, supporting the director, and ensuring seamless communication with banks, municipalities and other stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and file conveyancing documents for property transfers, bond cancellations and new bonds.
• Administer the conveyancing practice, maintaining accurate files and meeting statutory specifications.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, banks, municipalities, rates consultants, estate agents and the deeds office.
• Draft, type and format legal documents and commercial agreements.
• Handle lodgments, registrations and all financial aspects of conveyancing transactions.
• Manage FICA administration to ensure compliance.

Required profile

• Matric qualification (essential) and a conveyancing secretary/paralegal qualification (advantageous).
• Minimum 6 years’ experience as a conveyancing secretary.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to work independently under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, honesty, reliability and punctuality.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Word.
• Experience with conveyancing software such as Lexis Convey, E4 (portal‑based), Webconvey and Windeed.
• Basic knowledge of the Aderant Expert CMS accounting system.
• Familiarity with Investec, Nedbank and Standard Bank bond processes (advantageous).

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a dynamic legal team handling high‑value property transactions.
• Competitive remuneration aligned with market rates.