Our client a long-established full-service law firm is currently seeking a Permanent Full-Time Real Estate Legal Assistant to join their growing firm located in Owen Sound, ON. This position will provide support to our Real Estate Department, and the successful candidate would be responsible for real estate files which would include communicating with clients, other law firms, banks, municipalities as well as preparing any necessary documents. Starting hourly wage of $23.00 to $31.00 based on experience.
Why Should I Apply?
- Great Starting Wage - $23.00 - $31.00 Per Hour
- Day Shift Monday – Thursday 9:00am to 5:00pm – Friday 9:00am to 4:30pm
- No Weekends
- Company Pension Plan
- Small Team with Great Company Culture
About The Role
This role requires a detail-oriented individual with experience supporting residential and commercial real estate transactions, preparing legal documents, coordinating closings, managing client communications, and maintaining accurate records. Skilled in handling deadlines, reviewing agreements, liaising with lawyers, lenders, and clients, and providing organized administrative support in fast-paced legal environments, but are not limited to:
- Assisting in Onboarding Clients
- Reviewing Purchase & Sales Agreements
- Verifying Mortgage Lender Instructions
- Preparing Closing Documents & Costs Estimates for Clients
- Communicating with Other Real Estate Industry Offices, Including Realtors, Municipal Offices, Law Offices and Land Registry Office Staff
- Creating Customer Files
- Responding to Emails
- Searching of Titles & Off-Title Investigations for Lawyer Review
- Scheduling Meetings, Attending Meetings for Closing Procedures
- Posting Transactions to Client Accounts
- Organizing & Maintaining Legal Files & Documents
- Other Duties as Assigned
Qualifications
- Law Clerk or Real Estate Assistant Diploma
- 2 Years Experience Working in a Law Firm or Legal Setting
- Excellent Written & Verbal Communication Skills
You may be an excellent fit for this position if you have previous experience in similar roles such as Law Clerk, Real Estate Assistant, Legal Assistant, Conveyancing Assistant, Real Estate Administrative Assistant, or Legal Administrative Assistant.
To apply, send your resume via this posting. While we thank you for your interest, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
The Agency is an equal opportunity employer and confirms that the posting above is for an existing vacancy. The Agency also confirms that they do not use AI in their candidate screening, assessment, or selection process.
Pay: $23.00-$31.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Owen Sound, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Law Firm or Legal Setting: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Law Clerk or Real Estate Assistant Diploma (preferred)
Work Location: In person
