Legal Secretary

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Hybrid work model

Paid time off

Professional environment

Skill development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a professional Legal Secretary in Kimberley to provide administrative support to the legal team. The role involves handling calendars, drafting and proofreading legal documents, and managing filings both electronically and in person.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working in a hybrid setup, coordinating with attorneys and paralegals to ensure timely completion of tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; legal secretarial qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a legal secretary or legal assistant.
• Proficiency in legal terminology, document preparation, and court filing procedures.
• Excellent typing skills and command of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain attorney calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings.
• File documents with courts and relevant authorities, both electronically and physically.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail and communications.
• Maintain organized physical and electronic filing systems.
• Provide general administrative support, including answering phones and managing office supplies.

Skills

Legal secretary experience

Typing skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Legal secretarial qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a professional and efficient Legal Secretary to provide administrative and secretarial support to their legal team in Kimberley . This hybrid role is essential for maintaining the smooth operation of the legal department, handling correspondence, scheduling, and managing documents. You will work closely with attorneys and paralegals, ensuring that administrative tasks are completed accurately and on time. The ideal candidate is highly organized, possesses excellent communication skills, and thrives in a dynamic legal office environment, with the flexibility to work both remotely and in the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain attorney calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings.
• File documents with courts and relevant authorities, both electronically and physically.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail and communications.
• Maintain organized physical and electronic filing systems.
• Provide general administrative support, including answering phones and managing office supplies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; legal secretarial qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a legal secretary or legal assistant.
• Proficiency in legal terminology, document preparation, and court filing procedures.
• Excellent typing skills and command of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage a hybrid work schedule.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Hybrid work model providing a balance of remote and office-based work.
• Contribution to a professional and supportive legal team.
• Opportunities for skill development in legal administration.
• Paid time off and standard company benefits.
• A stable and professional work environment.