Real Estate Law Clerk Full time - Penetanguishene Ontario

Want to join a growing professional law firm that supports your growth and development? Help us to serve our clients and strengthen our communities.

We are seeking experienced Law Clerks/Legal Assistants for our Penetanguishene office. You will:

• Oversee real estate files from first review of the offer to the closing of the transaction, working with the lawyer and communicating with clients, lenders, and other legal professionals.
• Prepare documents for real estate transactions including sales, purchases, mortgages, and transfers.
• Conduct title and execution searches for review by lawyer.
• Close deals, register instruments and prepare final reports to lender and client.
• Interact with clients, placing a high value on relationship-building and exceeding expectations.

Required Experience/Skills/Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of recent real estate experience as a law clerk/legal assistant
• Highly organized with ability to adapt to changing situations, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and ability to think critically to solve problems.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written and ability to communicate with all parties involved in a real estate transaction
• Effective interpersonal and client service skills, with strong initiative and ability to work independently under pressure and within a team environment
• Some working knowledge with Teraview, Unity, LEAP and MS Office is considered an asset

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

HGR Graham Partners is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. HGR Graham Partners is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Penetanguishene, ON L9M 1M2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• real estate legal assistant: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person