Clerk at a Law Firm - Stresert Services Limited

Job Ref: C-LRM

Job Description

• We are looking to recruit a Clerk in Land Registration. The ideal candidate must have substantial experience in Land Registration, perfection and procedures at the Land Registry.

Main Purpose of the Job

• Performs searches and enquiries on the land enquires with the relevant ministry and provide the relevant feedback to line manger.
• Make searches in the general register for the relevant purposes that affects the land titles office documents, record same and certify as to search.
• Checks availability and correctness of all relevant documents for the preparation of certificates and submits to Records Management Unit for files to be opened.
• Submits signed documents to the relevant ministry; Checks deed information and updates property records.
• Provide information relating to property values, deeds and other information.
• Performs title searches on vague or incomplete deed information.
• Submit tax property bills to the applicable office.
• Ensures that all land registration documents are in order and that fees are correct.
• Make regular contacts with the legal colleagues and clients’ where explanations are required.
• Undertakes any other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualification & Experience

• Minimum of a Diploma, ideally in land acquisition / real estate, data management, or a legal studies-related discipline would be an advantage
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products – Access, Word, Excel
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Works well under pressure and meeting deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Able to organize and set priorities, handling multiple tasks in a fast paced and changing environment
• Previous experience reviewing and analyzing legal title documentation, reference plans, surveys etc
• Experience with real estate, leasing and/or contracts will be of advantage
• General knowledge of tax appraisal, listing, billing or collection programs, policies and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers
• Must fully understand ALL the processes and procedures at the Directorate of Lands Registry, Alausa
• Applicants must know how to conduct e-search at the Lagos Land Registry.