Legal Counsel at First Title | First Mortgage Services

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Qualifications, NSW Solicitors Practicing Certificate, PEXA Platform Usage, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Attention To Detail, Organisational Skills, Workload Prioritisation, High-Pressure Environment, Adaptability, Mortgage Processing, Financial Services Industry, Property Conveyancing, Document Review, Customer Service, Risk Identification

Industry

Insurance

Description

Who We Are Join a dynamic and supportive team where you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional service to our valued clients. As a growing global organisation, we offer real opportunities for career progression and development across Operations, IT, Sales, Legal, Finance, and Shared Services in Australia and New Zealand. We pride ourselves on a flexible and friendly work environment built on collaboration, accountability, and strong team culture. We’re proud to have been awarded the Great Place to Work Certification for the fourth consecutive year. This achievement reflects our people, our progress, and the inclusive culture we continue to shape together. Your voice matters here, and we’re committed to continuously improving and ensuring this remains a workplace where you can thrive. If you’re looking to grow your career in a professional and empowering environment, we’d love to hear from you. Job Summary POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Title: Legal Counsel, PEXA Department: Legal, Risk and Compliance Work Location: Chatswood, NSW Reports to: Manager, Legal Counsel Direct Reports: Nil Position Statement: The Legal Counsel, PEXA will ensure that FMS provides its clients with efficient and accurate property related processing services by certifying deals on the PEXA (Property Exchange Australia) electronic conveyancing platform and providing ongoing legal services to the FMS mortgage processing team, including as required, documenting commercial and corporate transactions. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Support the team as needed with the following: Carry out quality assurance checks of draft dealing instruments prepared by the FMS Operations Team within timeframes agreed with FMS operations Certifying dealing instruments to be lodged on the PEXA platform Advice on issues relating to the preparation, execution and registration of mortgages Handle mortgage processing for certain clients Complete document reviews including trust deeds, SMSF trust deeds and commercial leases, within service standards Support team outcomes by providing assistance with other ad hoc tasks including researching and advising other teams in the business Other duties as required Customer Service Managing calls and providing a high level of customer service in a timely manner Empowerment going above and beyond to meet clients requirements on a daily basis Listen, support, champion our client’s needs Process Adhere to all internal policies and procedures Comply with client specific operating processes Ensure all tasks are performed with a high level of accuracy Foster and encourage an environment of continuous improvement Teamwork and Behaviour Provide support to your peers and other teams within the business as required Take ownership of your own performance and development Actively contribute to the team with a positive attitude Participate in team meetings and knowledge sharing Work effectively in a team environment to achieve common goals Work closely with other departments to resolve customer issues and inquiries Complete all mandatory training Ensure all activities and interactions reflect the Group’s core values, promoting a positive and cohesive work culture Results Perform at or above team productivity levels Meet and exceed quality targets Meet adherence to roster targets Actively identify and escalate any perceived risks Work Health and Safety: To have an understanding of the company’s Safety and Wellbeing policy Take reasonable care to protect your health and safety and the health and safety of others Report all safety hazards, incidents, near misses and injuries Maintain a clear and orderly work area Essential Requirements: Legal Qualifications with a current NSW Solicitors Practicing Certificate Previous experience in using the PEXA platform Strong verbal and written communication skills Exceptional attention to detail Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload Ability to work in a high-pressure, high-volume work environment Adaptive, willing to learn, and can-do attitude Desirable Criteria: Previous work experience in mortgage processing, the financial services industry or property conveyancing field What We Offer By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. We’re committed to supporting your personal and professional growth through meaningful benefits, recognition programs, and a workplace culture that values wellbeing, connection, and development across Australia and New Zealand. HERE’S WHAT SETS US APART: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Referral Program Flu Vaccination Program Fundraising Challenges Social Teams & Events Tenure Recognition Program Rewards and Recognition Program Training & Development Discounted First Title Insurances At FMS, we have a team of over 300 people located throughout Australia and New Zealand, as well as support from First American in the US. Together, we strive to achieve the best outcome possible for our clients and their customers. We’re proud to have been awarded the Great Place to Work Certification for the fourth consecutive year. This achievement reflects our people, our progress, and the inclusive culture we continue to shape together. Supporting the financial sector since 2001 At FMS, we specialise in delivering the full range of mortgage processing and administration services. For over 20 years, we’ve provided financial institutions with a broad range of services, including mortgage processing, FASTRefi title insurance, conveyancing and BPO processing. We’re proud of the strength of our brand, strong parent backing from First American, long term client relationships and our proven specialist capability across the mortgage fulfilment value chain.

Responsibilities

The Legal Counsel will ensure efficient property processing services by certifying deals on the PEXA platform and providing ongoing legal services to the mortgage processing team. Key duties include quality assurance checks of draft dealing instruments and advising on mortgage preparation, execution, and registration issues.