Job Description: Notary Clerk

A key member of the notary's office, the notary clerk prepares legal documents and manages client files. They work on real estate sales, inheritances, donations, and marriage contracts, in direct contact with clients, notaries, and administrations, and across various sectors.
Ensuring legal security, they guarantee procedural compliance and adherence to the legal framework in every transaction.

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As a legal professional, the notary clerk prepares legal documents and assists clients with their procedures. They ensure compliance of files and play a key role in the efficient management of the notary's office.

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The notary clerk works on a wide range of legal documents, including real estate sales, marriage contracts, donations, inheritances, etc. They welcome clients, guide them through their procedures, and handle file preparation. They collect necessary documents, draft deeds, and ensure their legal validity. After validation by the notary, they authenticate them and carry out administrative formalities, such as registration or publication. They also advise clients throughout the process, providing solutions tailored to their situation.

The notary clerk combines strong legal skills, particularly in real estate law, family law, contract law, and inheritance law, with great rigor in file management. They draft deeds, analyze complex legal situations, and ensure deadlines are met. Excellent written communication, a keen sense of confidentiality, and good interpersonal skills are essential, as they work closely with clients. Training usually begins with a BTS Notariat, a professional license, or a DIMN, with career progression opportunities through continuous training and experience in a notary's office.

A junior notary clerk earns an annual gross salary between €24,000 and €30,000. With experience, this can reach €42,000 to €60,000 annual gross, depending on the size of the firm and the complexity of cases handled. They can advance to a senior clerk position, become a specialized drafter, or become a salaried notary after training and passing the professional examination.