Job Description
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We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and individuals with disabilities. The Department of Justice supports reasonable adjustment requests to facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants with disabilities.
The Department is a diverse and inclusive workplace that values flexible working arrangements. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees.
As a Senior Conveyancing Clerk, you will attend to the steps and requirements involved in buying and selling land for the Crown and instrumentalities of the Crown. Your responsibilities will include:
* Preparing documentation: preparing all necessary documentation for acquisition, purchase, mortgaging or disposal of land, including settlement figures.
* Investigating property titles: investigating, searching and verifying property titles.
* Drafting vesting instruments: drafting and finalising vesting instruments.
* Attending property settlements: attending property settlements.
* Lodging documentation: lodging documentation for registration (where applicable).
* Correspondence: attending to correspondence.
* Financial settlement statements: preparing financial settlement statements.
You will also be responsible for updating and maintaining the legal practice database, explaining conveyancing processes to clients and liaising with external parties, including vendors, purchasers, mortgagors, mortgagees, real estate agents and legal practitioners.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Qualifications: Diploma in Business Administration or Business (Legal Services)
Benefits
As a Senior Conveyancing Clerk, you will enjoy a flexible working arrangement with 73.5 hours per fortnight. You will also have access to training and development opportunities.
Pre-employment Checks
Before commencing work, you will need to undergo pre-employment checks, including identity verification and disciplinary action in previous employment.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit a Short Form Application, which should include a covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the job description, and a copy of your current CV. Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
Please apply online by clicking the 'ApplyNow' button. If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Recruitment Team on (03) 6165 4912.