Acts for and on behalf of clients in the area of property and business transfers.

Prepares, examines and advises on the contract for sale of properties and businesses; carries out title searches and contacts government authorities to find out if any planned development, illegal building work and disputes could affect properties and businesses; prepares, examines and advises on mortgage documentation; negotiates the terms and conditions of, and exchanges, contracts of sale, paying deposits, arranging payment of stamp duty, checking for outstanding arrears and land tax obligations, and calculating adjustments for council and water rates.

• Works indoors in an office environment as part of a conveyancing or real estate firm.
• Works in adequately heated, ventilated and lit workspaces.

• Sedentary physical demand level.
• Sits frequently when examining contracts, carrying out title searches and preparing documentation.
• Frequently stands and walks about the wider office in order to meet clients and carry out research in relation to the sale.
• Stretching, twisting, climbing and lifting is not a significant component of the job.
• Bending, squatting or crouching movements are not significant components of the job.
• Repetitive hand and finger movements are likely to be frequent when operating a computer or using writing instruments.
• Driving may be required occasionally.
• Use of hand-held objects and equipment such as pens, calculators and staplers, as well as computers and telephones will be occasional to frequent.
• Mental skills necessary include a high level of concentration, administration, organisation, research, clerical and communication.

An NZQF Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2).

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing may be required.

• There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.