Conveyancing Paralegal (New Zealand Property Law)

Location: Remote from Manila, Philippines; Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM NZT

Salary: PHP 90,000–110,000 per month, depending on experience

Company

hirify.global is a firm supporting residential and commercial property law transactions.

What you will do

• Open new matters, conduct conflict checks, send engagement letters, and complete client onboarding.
• Perform AML/CFT verification, including identification, proof of address, and source of funds checks.
• Prepare sale and purchase agreements, loan agreements, company and trust minutes, correspondence, and client communications.
• Manage residential and commercial conveyancing matters, including conditions, amendments, due diligence, and settlement coordination.
• Prepare settlement statements, arrange loan documentation, conduct title searches, and coordinate with lenders, solicitors, banks, insurers, LINZ, and local authorities.
• Complete post-settlement reporting, trust account reconciliation, invoicing, file maintenance, annual returns, resolutions, and file closure.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in conveyancing or a property law environment, preferably in New Zealand.
• Working knowledge of the New Zealand conveyancing process, including LINZ dealings and e-dealing platforms.
• Experience with AML/CFT compliance procedures.
• Advanced Microsoft Word and Outlook skills, intermediate Excel skills, and familiarity with legal practice management software.
• Strong attention to detail, file management, deadline management, and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions from partners, solicitors, and clients and work independently; legal studies or equivalent hands-on experience is preferred.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote work arrangement from Manila, Philippines.
• Regular Monday-to-Friday schedule aligned with New Zealand Time.
• Work alongside experienced lawyers and partners across a busy property team.
• Interaction with clients, lenders, banks, insurers, government bodies, and other third parties.