Junior Conveyancing Paralegal | STELLENBOSCH

Junior Conveyancing Paralegal

Location: Stellenbosch

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: Market-related, dependent on experience

Start date: As soon as possible

We are seeking a Junior Conveyancing Paralegal to join our conveyancing department. This role is ideally suited to a candidate with 1–2 years’ conveyancing experience who has a sound understanding of the general conveyancing process, particularly property transfers. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of a conveyancer and provide essential administrative and legal support to a team of senior paralegals and conveyancers.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Assisting with property transfers from instruction to registration
• Drafting standard conveyancing documents and correspondence
• Liaising with clients, estate agents and other attorneys
• Requesting and following up on FICA documents, rates clearances, levy clearances, and compliance certificates
• Tracking progress of matters and maintaining accurate status updates
• Assisting with lodgement of deeds at the Deeds Office
• Handling general conveyancing administration and file management
• Ensuring compliance with firm procedures and conveyancing timelines
• Maintaining accurate records on conveyancing systems
• Providing general administrative support to conveyancers and senior paralegals as required

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12 (essential)

• 1–2 years’ experience in a conveyancing environment
• Basic understanding of the conveyancing and property transfer process
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Experience with conveyancing software such as LexisConvey and/or e4 (preferred)
• Good written and verbal communication skills (English and Afrikaans)
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work well under supervision and meet deadlines
• Professional, reliable, and client-focused approach

Candidates are invited to submit their application to mu@jhlaw.co.za. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted telephonically.