Senior Conveyancing Officer / Settlement Officer

Senior Conveyancing Officer / Settlement Officer – 12-Month WA Government Contract

Work on large-scale property development and land transactions that shape WA’s future.
We’re seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Conveyancing Officer (also known as a Settlement Officer or Property Officer) to join a Perth-based WA Government agency on a 12-month contract. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with strong experience in real estate settlements, land acquisition, and conveyancing who is looking to work on high-value public sector property projects.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate property sales and land acquisitions in line with government processes
• Manage property settlements and track progress using in-house systems
• Liaise with buyers, sales agents, legal teams, and financial institutions
• Conduct electronic settlements using PEXA and manage lodgements with Landgate
• Prepare accurate settlement statements and rate/tax adjustments
• Resolve queries related to contract conditions, mortgage registration, and settlement timelines
• Maintain electronic records using Clarity, Objective, and Map Viewer
• Ensure compliance with property legislation, government policies, and internal protocols

About You:

• 3–5+ years’ experience in property conveyancing, real estate settlements, or land transactions
• Proficient in PEXA, Landgate systems, and understanding land subdivision processes
• Ability to interpret Contracts of Sale, encumbrances, and standard conveyancing documentation
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience with government or public sector conveyancing is highly regarded

  What’s on Offer:

• Be part of a trusted WA Government department with purpose
• Gain exposure to complex property and land development projects
• CBD-based office with flexible hybrid work arrangements
• Supportive team environment and opportunities for development
• Attractive public sector contract with competitive hourly rate

How to Apply:

If you’re a skilled Conveyancing Officer, Property Settlements Coordinator, or Real Estate Contracts Administrator ready for your next opportunity in government, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability. For a confidential discussion, contact sumridhi.piya@chandlermacleod.com or 0892170547.



At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.