Conveyancing Advisor

About us
We are DevelopmentWA - Western Australia's land development agency. Our work is diverse and state-wide, developing land for sustainable communities, prosperous industry and resilient regions.

Our portfolio includes the development and management of some of WA's most iconic residential, commercial and industrial projects both within the metropolitan area, and regional areas of our state.

Projects including Elizabeth Quay, Alkimos, Ocean Reef Marina, the Australian Marine Complex, Subi East and Broome North.

The role

An exciting part-time job share opportunity is now available in DevelopmentWA's Conveyancing team working 3 days per week to provide conveyancing advice and support to the conveyancing team and wider business.

You will also be undertaking complex conveyancing transactions, preparing documents for subdivisions, implementation of strategies and providing all round support and coverage to the Conveyancing Manager.

This role would suit an experienced Conveyancer with a background in land development and subdivisions looking for a part time role.

You will be friendly and dynamic with a can-do attitude to assist and support the team and have extensive experience in conveyancing and sales contract management.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Undertaking a broad range of assignments as delegated by the Conveyancing Manager.
• Leading, directing and coordinating special projects and initiatives on behalf of the Conveyancing Manager.
• Undertaking management of complex contracts, intergovernment transactions, all aspects of settlements and post settlement matters.
• Undertaking subdivisions, preparing documents, working with various stakeholders and external Legal stakeholders.
• Collating statistics, composing reports, Board/Executive papers, assisting with audits and other correspondence as required.
• Providing support and advice to the Conveyancing Team and the wider business.
• Assisting other Conveyancing Team roles when required (e.g. leave coverage)
• Assisting with the implementation of new systems, new initiatives, policies and procedures.
• Review, update and creation of conveyancing templates and documents.
• Management of PEXA compliance, training and onboarding.

About you
To be successful in this role you will have the following skills, experience and attributes:

• Relevant qualification (e.g. Conveyancing, Property Development or Legal).
• High level of communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, together with strong organisational and analytical ability.
• Extensive experience in conveyancing, sales contract administration, preparation and review of legal documents.
• Experience with complex property transactions and subdivision matters.
• Experience with intergovernment property transactions is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of the statutes, legal practices and processes which impact on property transactions and the activities of DevelopmentWA.
• Excellent computer and systems skills and adaptability with learning new systems.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to collaborate, support and assist other team members.
• Experience in an organisation with similar values and ethics to DevelopmentWA is highly desirable.

What we offer
As well as working to deliver some of WA's most high-profile and important land development projects, you will also enjoy:

• Flexible working arrangements (including working from home)
• Stunning views of Elizabeth Quay (just a minute walk away from Elizabeth Quay train and bus stations)
• Study assistance and professional development opportunities
• Generous leave provisions including ability to purchase additional leave
• Endoftrip facilities
• An active social club and paid volunteering opportunities
• A workplace committed to Net Zero Targets
• An agile and progressive workplace culture built on our core values of
  Brilliance, Alliance, Courage and Integrity.

Are you ready to help shape our state's future?

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the listed success factors and why you are ideally suited to this opportunity by
9am Monday 19 June 2023**.

For further information about the opportunity, please contact Sarah Russell, Conveyancing Manager on

Our commitment to equality and diversity

At DevelopmentWA we're committed to building an inclusive workplace which promotes equity, values diversity and provides fulfilling employment opportunities for people of all backgrounds and abilities.

Please contact us if you require reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.

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