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Conveyancing Paralegal / Conveyancing Assistant - AU Property Law
Full-TimePosted on 8/6/2026
₱80k/mo
Mid
Remote in Philippines
RemoteMust work Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM AEST.
LegalLegal Counsel & Legal Support
About the job
Requirements
- Previous experience in residential conveyancing or property law support within the Australian market.
- Strong working knowledge of Smokeball and PEXA; hands-on experience with both platforms is strongly preferred.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to deal with clients, agents, brokers, and solicitors professionally and efficiently.
- Ability to manage competing deadlines across a high-volume matter load without compromising accuracy.
- Ability to work within a structured supervisory environment with clear reporting lines and accountability expectations.
- Ability to identify issues early and escalate appropriately without waiting to be prompted.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment that values accountability and proactive problem-solving.
Responsibilities
- Open and maintain matters in Smokeball and PEXA.
- Enter and manage client, agent, lender/broker, and solicitor details accurately.
- Conduct conflict checks and verification of identity processes.
- Issue welcome correspondence and costs disclosure documentation.
- Maintain accurate matter records and key dates throughout the file lifecycle.
- Save and organise all correspondence and documents within the file system.
- Upload and review contracts and supporting searches.
- Assist with reviewing titles, easements, covenants, and planning documentation.
- Prepare contract review notes and client summary correspondence.
- Coordinate amendments, negotiations, and special conditions.
- Monitor finance, pest and building, and cooling-off requirements.
- Coordinate execution and exchange processes.
- Liaise with brokers, lenders, agents, and other solicitors throughout the transaction.
- Manage requisitions, discharge authorities, and settlement requirements.
- Maintain and update PEXA workspaces accurately and in a timely manner.
- Prepare settlement figures and adjustment worksheets.
- Coordinate settlement logistics and monitor settlement completion.
- Keep clients and all relevant parties updated throughout the transaction.
- Finalise registration and title confirmations.
- Prepare final reporting and invoicing correspondence.
- Close PEXA workspaces and archive completed files.
- Ensure all matter documentation is complete and accurately saved.
- Assist with client follow-up and review requests where appropriate.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting a high-volume conveyancing or property law practice in Australia.
- Familiarity with Australian title, planning, and search documentation across different states.
- Experience working with outsourced or remote legal teams in a collaborative capacity.
- Exposure to regular file review structures and working within a clear supervisory framework.
- Demonstrated track record of matters progressing efficiently with minimal follow-up required from supervising solicitors.
About the company
Pear Tree connects Australian businesses with offshore talent for direct, full-time hires from a global pool. It lets clients avoid traditional outsourcing by recruiting offshore staff directly, reducing labor costs and overhead while maintaining quality and compliance. The process includes sourcing candidates, screening for skills, and helping set up a dedicated offshore team that the client manages. The goal is to help Australian firms scale faster and improve productivity by accessing cost-effective global talent while providing a transparent, risk-free recruitment experience.
Company Size
1-10
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Bristol, United Kingdom
Founded
2024
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Pear Tree's June 2026 guide says SME offshore hiring grew 45% year-over-year.
- September 2026 guide promises hires in 1–2 weeks, beating local recruiting.
- EOR and COR services start at AUD$400 monthly, lowering compliance barriers for SMEs.
What critics are saying
- RCSA agencies and Deel-style platforms bundle recruitment, payroll, and compliance at scale.
- Wage inflation in Manila and Cape Town compresses Pear Tree's one-time-fee economics in 2027.
- A Fair Work or tax misclassification scandal ends Pear Tree's trust-based sales motion.
What makes Pear Tree unique
- Pear Tree uses direct-hire placements, not ongoing BPO markups, for Australian offshore teams.
- By August 2026, Pear Tree says it served 750+ companies with 90% retention.
- It sources from the Philippines and South Africa, broadening supply beyond one labor market.
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Benefits
Remote Work Options
Paid Holidays
Professional Development Budget
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