Overview

BARR LLP is currently looking for a Junior Real Estate Conveyancer to assist our expanding Real Estate Team. Experience is an asset for this position but not a requirement.

The successful candidate must work on site.

Company Overview

BARR LLP is a premier Edmonton multi-practice law firm with twenty lawyers and sixteen support staff.

BARR LLP's reputation is grounded in a tradition of high-quality legal work, success, and a strong identification with the feelings and needs of our clients. The diverse range of practice experience and hourly rates ensure the best possible application of experience and resources to the problem at hand. BARR LLP combines wisdom and experience with energy and creative thinking to always achieve the best possible results for clients.

Role

The role shall consist of, but shall not be limited to, the following:

Draft, proof, and prepare a variety of Real Estate documents specializing primarily in the residential resale market.
Correspond and communicate with clients, banks, and realtors.
Setting appointments.
Closing transactions.
Client and Lender reporting.
Provide administrative assistance and general office duties, as needed.

Qualifications

A successful candidate shall possess the following qualifications:

Proficient with computers and office software, including intermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)
High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion
Highly organized and able to prioritize work
Excellent attention to detail
Self-motivated
Strong team player, demonstration of a positive work ethic
Ability to multi-task and handle a fast-paced work environment
Strong customer service and phone skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must speak, read, and write English fluently; other language skills are an asset

The ideal candidate shall also have the following assets:

Previous experience in a legal setting, preferable in the role of a conveyancer or real estate paralegal.
Experience in SPIN2, LLC, Assyst, LDD, Unity/Conveyancer, Resolve
Previous Experience using LEAP
Post-secondary paralegal degree is an asset
Previous commercial experience is an asset

Benefits

Dental care
Extended health care
On-site gym
Vision care
Competitive Vacation Policy

Salary

The starting salary for this position shall be within $45,000.00 to $52,000.00 and shall be commensurate to the successful candidate's skills and experience.

Starting Date

Barr LLP would prefer the successful candidate begin immediately but will work with the successful candidate as needed.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $45,000.00-$52,000.00 per year

Benefits:
Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site gym
Paid time off
Vision care

Application question(s):
What is your expected file load per month/How many closings would you expect to handle per month?
Do you have any issues with working in office.

Work Location: In person