Conveyancing Attorney / Risk & Compliance

2026-02-24 - 2026-03-31

Permanent

RDP000034

Legal

Western Cape , CPT - Northern Suburbs

Conveyancing Attorney - Risk & Compliance

Based in: Tygervalley, Cape Town

We are looking for a dynamic, resourceful and solutions orientated Conveyancer to join our Cape Town branch. You would be expected to work comfortably under pressure with targets to meet in a fast-paced environment while delivering exceptional quality work.

• Risk Reporting: Report on risk exposure and provide recommendations to senior management and the board
• Effective Management and control of fraud & losses as well as money laundering on a daily basis
• Confirm that the source of funds for each purchaser is legitimate and complies with all regulatory requirements.
• Confirm the validity of all visas, IDs, and passports provided
• Verify that all purchasers are legally present in South Africa.
• Update and monitor the Risk Management and Compliance Programme (RMCP) across all three branches
• Verify the authenticity of FICA documents, ensuring they are accurate, current, and not older than 2-3 months
• Oversee and conduct FICA-required Risk Assessments for all three branches
• Manage and review all KYC (Know Your Customer) reports for both purchasers and sellers
• Confirm that all Offer to Purchase (OTP) agreements received are forwarded to me and that an initial email is sent to both parties
• Ensure all purchasers and sellers complete the online POPI (Protection of Personal Information) consent form
• Coordinate signing appointments for Tyson Properties transfer clients
• Provide in-person support for clients submitting their FICA documents
• Responsible as Compliance Officer for the firm i.t.o FIC at all times
• Policy Development: Design and implement company policies and procedures that adhere to relevant laws and regulations
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the organization complies with local, national, and international regulations that apply to its industry.
• Internal Audits: Oversee or conduct audits to assess compliance levels, identifying gaps and areas for improvement.
• Third-Party Compliance: Assess and monitor the compliance of vendors, contractors, and other third parties to protect the organization's integrity.

• Seeing clients to sign documents (e.g., ensure that all FICA provided by the client is accurate and acceptable in terms of the minimum FICA Act & Bank SLA requirements)
• Have a great relationship with the Secretaries (e.g. meet with Transfer Secretaries before seeing the clients to discuss the file and any problematic cases)
• Ensure that all appointments have been attended to on time
• Attend to all clients complaints and queries immediately
• Keep the Directors informed via email or personally once resolved
• Generate leads - must be able to build their own client base over time
• Building relations with potential clients
• The Candidate must have good problem solving skills, communication skills and must have had previous experience in the handling of Clients and Client Services;
• The Candidate must be driven and result orientated
• Have a good understanding of the internal and external processes

• LLB;
• Min. 2 years' experience as an admitted attorney;
• Admitted Conveyancer 1 years experience as a Conveyancer;
• Willing to travel when needed.