Commercial Secretary - Legal

Fokus Personnel CC; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal firm in Bloemfontein is seeking an experienced Commercial Secretary to handle administrative and financial tasks. The role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar position, along with proficiency in tools such as Legal Suite and Docfox. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work independently and under pressure, ensuring efficient management of the department's operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar legal position.
• Experience with Docfox for FICA clients is required.

Responsibilities

• Attend to administrative tasks including opening client files and taking minutes of meetings.
• Draft invoices and manage all financial aspects of the department.
• Run the department's diary and ensure deadlines are met.

Skills

Timekeeping

Financial Management

Administrative Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Tools

Legal Suite

Pareto

Docfox

Job description

Position: Commercial Secretary

A well-established legal firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Secretary to join their team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Attend to administrative tasks including opening client files, printing correspondence, following up on outstanding invoices, and taking minutes of meetings.
2. Draft invoices, statements, and manage all financial aspects of the department.
3. Utilize platforms such as Legal Suite and Pareto for timekeeping and financial management.
4. Run the department's diary and ensure deadlines for invoicing, reports, and administration are met.
5. Experience with Docfox for FICA clients is required.
6. Ability to work independently and under pressure is essential.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar legal position.

Additional Information:

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If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.