Setup and Location: Onsite (Ortigas, Alabang, Pampanga or Cebu)
Work Schedule: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (AEST) | 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM (PH Time)
Employment Type: Full-time
Ready to do work that actually excites you?
We are looking for a Paralegal to provide advanced legal support, conduct research, and manage case administration to ensure efficient legal workflows. The ideal candidate for this role should demonstrate expertise in legal drafting, familiarity with Australian law, and proficiency in case management tools. This role is critical for maintaining compliance, streamlining documentation processes, and enabling seamless coordination of legal matters.
What You’ll Do
NSW Conveyancing/Property Law:
- Assist with the whole conveyancing process from pre-exchange to settlement. Which includes:
- Obtaining all searches, pest & building reports, strata reports, statutory inquiries.
- Compiling contracts for review by solicitor.
- Preparing settlement figures (including contacting relevant authorities to confirm amounts owing)
- Liaising with real estate agents to confirm deposit amounts.
- Opening files in LEAP to produce initial documents / cost disclosures/letters (precedent based)
- Ordering and meeting client identification compliance;
- Compiling NSW stamp duty/NSW first home buyer paperwork; and
- Inputting time entries and preparing invoices.
- Supporting the conveyancing team (NSW) with end-to-end file management, from initial instruction through to post-settlement matters.
- Obtaining all searches, pest/building/strata reports and statutory documents.
- Compiling contracts for sale, for review by solicitor.
- Drafting initial contract advice for purchaser for review by solicitor.
- Ordering and meeting client identification compliance.
- Compiling NSW stamp duty/first home buyer documents.
- Preparing and drafting correspondence, contracts, settlement figures, and other legal documentation.
- Liaise with clients, banks, solicitors, and agents to coordinate smooth transactions.
- Using LEAP (prior experience preferred but not essential) and PEXA to manage workflow, input data, and facilitate electronic settlements.
- Conducting and reviewing property searches, land title checks, and other relevant documentation.
- Maintaining up-to-date and compliant files, including accurate data entry and document organization.
- Providing general administrative support, including answering incoming calls and assisting with client enquiries.
Requirements
What You Bring
We’re looking for someone who:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Political Science, or related. Paralegal certification preferred.
- Legal Experience: 3-5 years in a paralegal capacity, preferably with an Australian or common-law firm background.
- Technical Skills: Solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures; proficiency in MS Office and document management systems.
- Soft Skills: Excellent English communication, organizational agility, problem-solving approach.
- PEXA (settlement platform) experience.
- NSW Property Law Experience desirable.
- LEAP (legal software file management) experience would be appreciated but not essential.
Benefits
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- HMO, Dental, and Life Insurance for you and one free dependent from day one (with the option to enroll additional dependents)
- Paid Leaves: Birthday, Vacation, Medical, and Maternity (up to 6 Vacation Leaves are convertible to cash on your anniversary)
- Employee Engagement Activities: Year-End Party, Family Day, Team Building, and more!
Let’s Talk
If you’re thinking, “this sounds like me,” it probably is. Click apply. We can’t wait to meet you.