About Beacon Law Centre
Beacon Law Centre is an award-winning boutique law firm, delivering quality services in the areas of real estate, business law, and wills and estates out of our 3 offices in Victoria, Sidney and Brentwood Bay. Established in 2000, our boutique law firm has continued to grow thanks to our people-first approach to staff and clients alike. What makes us unique is how we serve our community. We pride ourselves on being responsive, offering a team clients trust and taking the complexity out of legal issues, giving our clients peace of mind.
What We Offer
We offer a unique spin on what it means to work for a law firm. Empathy isn’t just a buzzword here; it’s a cornerstone of our practice. Beacon Law Centre is a collective of professionals who support each other and who are self-motivated by the desire to help others and bring out the best in each other. We don’t just work hard, we work smart, and each member of the team is an expert in their field, and our combined expertise and proven process means we excel in delivering the best possible results. If this sounds like something you want to be a part of, we want to hear from you!
Position Summary
The Conveyancer (Junior) supports the real estate team by assisting with all aspects of the conveyancing process, from file opening to completion, while delivering excellent client service along the way. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and the ability to follow firm precedents to prepare accurate documentation for straightforward files.
This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a team of experienced legal professionals. The Conveyancer (Junior) will contribute to the smooth and efficient processing of real estate transactions by managing simple files under supervision, managing the real estate intake process, and performing essential support tasks such as bank runs and administrative duties. This position is open at our Royal Oak location.
Accountabilities
- Manage all real estate intake tasks, including client communication, opening and closing files, conflict checks, client identification, and preparing initial documentation.
- Manage straightforward conveyancing files, ensuring accuracy, attention to detail, and compliance with legal requirements.
- Prepare, organize, and draft legal documents for property transactions, including transfers, contracts, and agreements.
- Perform analysis of property titles and other relevant documentation to identify potential issues or discrepancies.
- Communicate effectively with clients and external stakeholders, gathering information, scheduling appointments, providing updates, and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Administer client files, including scanning, electronic filing, billing, and invoicing.
- Perform bank runs and document deliveries for the real estate team.
- Keep current with changes in property law and firm processes to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Provide general administrative support, as needed.
Who You Are:
- 1-3 years professional experience in a Conveyancing role at a law firm.
- Demonstrated skills in data analysis, able to identify potential issues before they manifest.
- Strong client focus, the ability to build and maintain positive relationships ensuring trust is built and retained.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.,), BC Online, LTSA, BriefConvey, and Unity.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate at all levels of an organization, internally and externally.
- The ability to always practice sound discretion and judgement.
- Legal Assistant or Paralegal certification or diploma considered an asset.
- Valid driver’s license is required.
Why Join Us (Beacon's Benefits)
- Collaborative, supportive, and team-oriented work environment
- Meaningful client work helping indiviudals and families navigate one of life's biggest milestones
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Company pension plan
- Healthcare spending account
- Free on-site parking
- Investment in firm culture and relationships through events and staff appreciation days
If you would like the opportunity to join an extraordinary group of lawyers and legal professionals, please apply today.
We are committed to considering all qualified applicants to find the best fit for our team, but only those selected will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $45,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- In one or two sentences, please share why you're choosing to apply to Beacon Law Centre.
Experience:
- Conveyancing: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
