Paralegal - Real Properties

About the Company
Forge Recruitment is pleased to partner with one of Vancouver's larger law firms, they balance the benefits and resources you expect from a full-service establishment with the friendly, team-oriented environment you'd find at a smaller practice.

About the Role
We are looking for an intermediate/senior Paralegal with experience in real estate. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the group on all matters relating to real estate transactions.

• Administer files from start to finish
• Prepare documents with respect to acquisitions and sales of various types of commercial properties, financing and development of land, and transactions involving trust relationships
• Review and analyze title encumbrances, prepare terms of instruments for covenants and easements
• Conduct and review due diligence searches and completing summaries
• Prepare and diarize summaries of key transaction dates
• Prepare closing agendas
• Prepare all internal documents relating to trust funds and various payouts
• Liaise with all internal and external parties involved with the transactions, including preparation of correspondences
• Prepare and finalize reporting letters and diarize key post-closings dates and tasks
• Prepare billing/invoicing at completion of transactions where necessary
  

The Offer
Competitive compensation ranging from 80k - 100k per annum
Excellent benefits
Hybrid work schedule (2 days work from home per week)

What You Bring

• Graduate of a Paralegal Program (or senior paralegal experience will be considered)
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Paralegal within real estate
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
• Strong understanding of BC Land Title Office requirements and capability with e-filing including coordination of electronic meets
• Working knowledge of various applicable databases -i.e. BC Online, LTSA, municipal tax searches etc.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Document production skills and knowledge in preparing Land Title electronic forms
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with a wide range of individuals - ie. clients, realtors, lawyers and staff
• Has the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Familiar with billing/invoicing processes in a legal environment
  

Next Steps
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply, in confidence. Thank you for your interest in the position and in Forge Recruitment.