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Form of workAbout the role
The Banking and Finance team maintains a highly skilled practice that produces loan and security documentation for private and institutional lenders across Australia and is one of the largest in the country.
We are currently seeking an experienced Paralegal to join this dynamic group on a full time, 12 month contract basis.
As part of end to end file management within the residential new lending team, responsibilities include:
- assessing instructions and preparing mortgage documentation
- checking signed mortgage documentation and ancillary requirements
- preparing lender's certifications
- liaising with clients, solicitors, funders and external parties
- arranging settlements (paper and PEXA)
- preparing accounts' paperwork and settlement instructions
- finalising registration
- ensuring security documentation is returned to the relevant trustee within service levels
About you
You will have a strong customer service focus, meticulous attention to detail and be energised by multi-tasking to meet deadlines. You will have a keen interest in the Banking and Finance sector and have proven ability to manage a busy and challenging workload.
Skills and Experience
- minimum 2 years' experience as a Property or Banking Paralegal
- exceptional client relationship skills
- meticulous attention to detail and organisation skills
- enjoy working with structure, processes and procedures
- proven ability to manage files end to end
- strong written and verbal communication skills
- proactive and flexible work approach, including being a team player
- drive to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
About Gadens
Gadens is a leading law firm, empowered by creativity and driven by passion.
We are committed to legal excellence as a full-service commercial law firm and are one of Australia’s most progressive law firms.
We have operated in Queensland for more than 30 years and have 27 partners and almost 250 employees in our Brisbane and Adelaide offices and a total of 97 partners and approximately 900 staff across our Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne offices.
Despite our size, we provide a personalised service for our clients, with our partners taking a hands-on approach to every project. We tailor dedicated teams to meet the unique needs of each project to deliver the best service and value for money to our clients.
Gadens has a long history of supporting emerging and established artists. Our approach to the arts is based on a philosophy of creative engagement, designed to encourage our people to think outside the box and to feel comfortable sharing ideas – an approach that we equally apply to our legal practice.
Benefits
Our benefits include retail and fitness discounts, health resources, an additional day of paid leave each year and paid primary parental leave (18 weeks plus incentive bonus after returning for 6 months).
How to apply
To apply, please submit your cover letter and CV via the link. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Katie Ames, People & Performance on 07 3231 1***.
