Corporate Legal Secretary

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Híbrido; ZAR 180.000 - 260.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Pension fund

Hybrid work model

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a Corporate Legal Secretary to support the legal department with filing, document preparation, and scheduling. You will coordinate meetings, manage correspondence, and assist with board minutes, while handling confidential information with discretion.

The role requires strong organizational skills, knowledge of legal terminology, and proficiency in MS Office. A legal secretarial qualification is preferred, with a hybrid work arrangement in the Free State.

Formación

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role within a legal environment.
• Proficiency in legal terminology and standard legal document formats.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation.
• Ability to handle confidential information with utmost discretion.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with South African company law principles is advantageous.
• Certificate or diploma in Legal Secretarial studies is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Manage and maintain legal filing systems, both physical and electronic.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, hearings, and consultations for the legal team.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
• Assist with the preparation of board minutes and resolutions.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and communications with professionalism.
• Conduct legal research and gather information as directed by legal professionals.
• Manage time-sensitive tasks and ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain calendars and coordinate travel arrangements when necessary.
• Provide general administrative support to the legal department.

Conocimientos

Legal terminology

Time management

Attention to detail

Discretion

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Educación

Legal secretarial certificate/diploma

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a reputable corporate entity, is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Corporate Legal Secretary to provide essential administrative and secretarial support to their legal department located in Bloemfontein. This role is critical in ensuring the smooth operation of the legal team, managing documentation, and coordinating legal processes. The ideal candidate will possess excellent secretarial skills, a strong understanding of legal terminology, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a key business function within a stable organization in the Free State.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain legal filing systems, both physical and electronic.


• Schedule and coordinate meetings, hearings, and consultations for the legal team.


• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports.


• Assist with the preparation of board minutes and resolutions.


• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and communications with professionalism.


• Conduct legal research and gather information as directed by legal professionals.


• Manage time-sensitive tasks and ensure deadlines are met.


• Maintain calendars and coordinate travel arrangements when necessary.


• Provide general administrative support to the legal department.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role within a legal environment.


• Proficiency in legal terminology and standard legal document formats.


• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.


• Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).


• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation.


• Ability to handle confidential information with utmost discretion.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• Familiarity with South African company law principles is advantageous.


• Certificate or diploma in Legal Secretarial studies is preferred.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, alongside standard benefits such as medical aid and a pension fund. This role supports a hybrid working model, offering a balance between office presence and remote flexibility. Join a dedicated team in Bloemfontein and contribute to the efficient functioning of a vital corporate department. This position provides stability and the opportunity to develop within a supportive professional setting.