Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented person to join our team as a Title Searcher . Title searching is a unique blend of research, investigation, and problem-solving, much like putting together a puzzle. In this role, you will trace the history of property ownership, examine legal records, connect pieces of information, and uncover details that may impact a property’s title. The ideal candidate enjoys investigative work, has a keen eye for detail, thinks analytically, and takes pride in solving problems and ensuring accuracy.

Responsibilities

Complete and submit title searches to the appropriate lawyer by the due date provided

Complete and submit daily sub-search requests in a timely manner

Conduct judgment searches on all title searches

Continuously prioritize workload according to objection dates and closing dates, and coordinate adjusting priorities with property department and/or lawyers

Maintain communication between law firm and registry office through email, phone or fax

Respond to office requests for documents and general property inquiries

Coordinate the daily (morning and noon) pick-up and drop-off of documents, search requests, completed searches, etc. at the firm

Coordinate daily commute to the courthouse for estate document retrieval and judgments/actions search

Meet with lawyers and/or property department to review completed searches, as required

Correct small errors, as allowed, on documents to be registered so that the registration process flows smoothly

Properly index completed searches (in search books and electronically)



for ease of future retrieval

Maintain orderly subdivision files in order to complete efficient subdivision searches

Protect confidential client information in a public space

Train and coach recent searchers or articled clerks, as required

Skills

Understanding of PEI's Land Registry System

Understanding of the confidential nature of the work

Self-motivated with a strong work ethic

Ability to work as a team to reach organization's goals and objectives

Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task

Highly organized

High attention to detail

Ability to work with tight deadlines and to reassess and adapt to changing priorities as needed

Strong reading comprehension skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Education/Experience

Grade 12 diploma

Computer skills in MS Office, Windows 10

Experience working in a law firm with a focus on real estate would be considered an asset

Benefits:

Casual dress

Dental care

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Extended health care

Life insurance

Paid time off

RRSP match

Vision care

Wellness program

Tagged as: 42200

Essential Skills:

Computer Use

Problem Solving

Reading

Working with Others

Soft Skills:

Attention to Detail

Critical Thinking

Reliability

Time Management

Hard Skills:

Data Analysis

Legal Services

Research

Troubleshooting

Digital Skills:

Microsoft Outlook

Windows OS

Languages:

English

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📌 Title Searcher (Prince Edward Island)
🏢 Carr, Stevenson & MacKay
📍 Prince Edward Island