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Real Estate Specialist

Pavago

Fully Remote
Remote - South Africa
South Africa
US hours

Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Pavago explicitly welcomes applicants based in South Africa. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Real Estate Transaction Coordinator – MLS, DocuSign & Compliance | Remote
Position Type:
Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours:
U.S. Business Hours
About the Role
At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a
Real Estate Transaction Coordinator / Real Estate Specialist
to manage real estate transactions, listings, documentation, and compliance from
accepted offer through closing
.
This is a hands-on, detail-intensive role for someone who understands real estate workflows and can keep multiple transactions moving simultaneously without missing critical deadlines.
You’ll work closely with agents, brokers, buyers, sellers, lenders, title companies, inspectors, and other stakeholders to ensure every transaction remains
organized, compliant, and on schedule
.
If you have hands-on experience with
MLS platforms, DocuSign, transaction management systems, and real estate documentation
, this role is a strong fit.
What You’ll Own
Transaction Coordination
Manage
5–15 active real estate transactions
simultaneously
Coordinate transactions from accepted offer through closing
Build and maintain transaction checklists and timelines
Track critical dates, contingencies, and contractual milestones
Coordinate with:
Escrow and title companies
Lenders
Inspectors
Appraisers
Agents and brokers
Schedule inspections, appraisals, and other transaction-related activities
Proactively follow up on outstanding items to keep deals moving
Ensure no contingency or closing deadlines are missed
MLS & Listing Management
Create, input, and maintain property listings across MLS platforms
Ensure listing information is accurate and complete
Update listing status, pricing, property details, and supporting documentation
Coordinate listing syndication across platforms such as:
Zillow
Realtor.com
Apartments.com
Monitor listing activity and provide updates to agents
Ensure MLS requirements and deadlines are followed
Compliance & Transaction Documentation
Review contracts and transaction files for completeness and accuracy
Track and organize:
Purchase agreements
Disclosures
Addenda
Amendments
Inspection documents
Closing documentation
Coordinate electronic signatures through
DocuSign
Ensure required documents are properly completed and signed
Maintain compliance with applicable state regulations, brokerage policies, and MLS requirements
Keep transaction files organized and
audit-ready
Identify missing documentation and follow up promptly
Client & Agent Communication
Serve as a reliable coordination point throughout the transaction
Provide timely updates to buyers, sellers, agents, and other stakeholders
Respond professionally to transaction-related questions
Coordinate appointments, inspections, appraisals, and closing activities
Keep agents informed of upcoming deadlines and outstanding requirements
Escalate potential transaction issues before they become closing delays
Listing Marketing Support
Create and coordinate property marketing materials
Support development of:
Property flyers
Brochures
Social media assets
Open house materials
Assist with listing distribution across digital platforms
Track listing activity and marketing performance
Maintain accurate and consistent property information across channels
Reporting & Brokerage Administration
Prepare pipeline and transaction status reports
Track:
Contingency deadlines
Closing dates
Transaction stages
Commissions
Maintain organized records for active and completed transactions
Support brokers with compliance reviews and audits
Assist with back-office real estate operations as needed
Must-Have Experience & Skills
2+ years
of experience in:
Real estate transaction coordination
Brokerage operations
Real estate administrative support
Similar transaction-focused roles
Hands-on experience managing real estate transactions from contract through closing
Proficiency with
MLS platforms
Strong experience with
DocuSign
Experience with transaction management platforms such as:
Dotloop
SkySlope
Brokermint
Similar systems
Familiarity with real estate contracts, disclosures, addenda, and transaction documentation
Understanding of real estate compliance requirements
Strong Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office skills
Excellent written and verbal English communication
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple transactions and competing deadlines simultaneously
Comfortable working remotely during
U.S. business hours
Nice to Have
Licensed real estate agent
Certified Transaction Coordinator
Experience managing
10+ concurrent transactions
Experience supporting both residential and commercial real estate transactions
Experience with brokerage compliance audits
Commission tracking experience
Basic marketing and design skills using
Canva, InDesign, or similar tools
Tools & Tech
MLS Platforms | DocuSign | Dotloop | SkySlope | Brokermint | Zillow | Realtor.com | Apartments.com | Google Workspace | Microsoft Office | Canva
What Makes You a Strong Fit
You’re highly organized and naturally deadline-d

Tips for South African Applicants

Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

Salary in Context

Even without a listed salary, international remote roles typically pay 2-3x more than equivalent local positions in South Africa due to the exchange rate advantage.

Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Pavago

Pavago is a company in the design industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 160 open positions on Hirezar. View all Pavago jobs →