REAL ESTATE LEGAL ASSISTANT

PKF LAWYERS

Selkirk Office

Salary commensurate with experience

PKF Lawyers is seeking a full-time Real Estate Legal Assistant to join our dynamic team. As “Manitoba’s Law Firm,” our culture is built on professional excellence, collaboration, and a strong sense of pride in the services we offer.

The Real Estate Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to our firm's Real Estate practice group. This role is crucial in managing the workflow for residential property transactions, ensuring files are meticulously prepared, organized, and closed in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, a strong understanding of the real estate closing process, and proficiency with relevant industry software.

Responsibilities

- Open new client files, conduct necessary initial searches (title, tax, etc.), manage filing, and maintain the integrity of physical and electronic files throughout the life cycle of the transaction
- Preparation of documents relating to offers to purchase and mortgage instructions
- Draft, review, and prepare standard real estate documentation, including Agreements of Purchase and Sale, Transfers, Mortgages, Statements of Adjustment, and closing letters.
- Registration of documents through Teranet
- Coordinating appointments for clients & lawyers




- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, bankers, and other parties integral to the completion of the transactions.
- Performing any other tasks or duties as may be assigned or required

Requirements:
- Graduate of a recognized legal administrative program
- Minimum 2 years experience with real estate transactions

Essential Skills: · Strong computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office, Outlook & Cosmolex)

· Ability to prioritize, multitask and take instructions

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Excellent attention to detail and organization skills

· Courteous and professional

Benefits

· Paid time off

· Unused sick days that convert annually into vacation days

· Comprehensive benefits package

· Highly competitive salary

Atmosphere

· Casual and friendly but professional

· Firm events

· Monday to Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

If you are looking for a challenging and fulfilling career, we encourage you to apply.

Job Types: Full time, Permanent

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off

Application question(s):
- Are you located in Selkirk or Greater Winnipeg Metropolitan Area? If not Willing to relocate?

Experience:
- Real Estate Legal assistant : 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Real Estate Legal Assistant (Selkirk)
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