Paralegal (Banking & Finance) at Corrs Chambers Westgarth

The role

Corrs Chambers Westgarth is seeking a Paralegal with 3+ years of experience in Banking & Finance to join their Melbourne team. The role focuses on assisting with high-volume settlements, presale reviews, and document preparation within the Finance practice area.

What you'll do

Obtain and review Title, ASIC & PPSR searches
Prepare or review PPSR releases
Prepare mortgages and settlement checklists
Open, maintain and problem-solve PEXA workspaces
Conduct multi-jurisdictional refinances, advance and discharge settlements
Attendances with paper settlements (external) if and when required
Review and report on Subdivisions (NICO, landswaps, consolidations, Section 32A plans)
Review and report on Section 173 agreements
Conduct and report on presale reviews
Prepare fee estimates
Prepare internal and external correspondence
Undertake general administrative tasks

What we're looking for

At least 3 years property related or legal administration experience in a law firm or conveyancing company

Solid understanding of the conveyancing procedure, including parties involved and responsibility for documentation, attendances and funds

Problem solving, communication and organisational skills

Time management skills and ability to prioritise competing tasks under pressure

Advanced knowledge and experience of Outlook, Word and Excel

Property-related experience in a law firm or conveyancing company

Benefits

Flexible working as standard

5 weeks annual leave

26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave

Pay superannuation on both paid and unpaid leave (up to 12 months)

Wellbeing program

Learning and development opportunities including national training program and mentoring initiative

Australian-first international study scholarship

Hiring contacts

Shannon Garrett

shannon.garrett@corrs.com.au

Paralegal (Banking & Finance)