Junior Admin Consultant (With Paralegal Qualification)

Rivers Labour Consultants; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Howick is seeking a Junior Admin Consultant with a paralegal qualification to provide administrative and legal support. The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and at least 1–2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include document management and liaising with clients. This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have a Paralegal qualification (certificate, diploma, or degree).
• 1-2 years of administrative or office support experience preferred.
• Proven organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support, including document management.
• Draft, review, and process basic legal and business documents.
• Assist with preparation and management of contracts and compliance documentation.
• Maintain accurate records and databases while ensuring confidentiality.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders professionally.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time-management abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Paralegal qualification

Job description

Job Title : Junior Admin Consultant (with Paralegal Qualification)

Location : Howick

Position Type : Full-time

We are seeking a Junior Admin Consultant with a Paralegal qualification to provide administrative, paralegal and translation support across our operations. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who is eager to develop their career in a structured, professional environment, while applying both administrative and legal knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support, including document management, filing, and correspondence.
• Draft, review, and process basic legal and business documents under supervision.
• Assist with the preparation, collation, and management of contracts, agreements, and compliance documentation.
• Maintain accurate records and databases, ensuring confidentiality at all times.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and service providers in a professional and efficient manner.
• Support consultants and management with research, reporting, and project coordination.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and relevant legal / regulatory requirements.
• Assist with diary management, scheduling, and meeting preparation.
• Translation Support (isiZulu / English)

Requirements

• Paralegal qualification (certificate, diploma, or degree).
• Prior administrative or office support experience (1–2 years preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• A proactive, professional, and client-focused attitude.

Preferred Attributes

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the role.

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