Legal Administrative Assistant - Boutique Law Firm - Sandton

AGC Recruitment Pty Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique law firm in Sandton is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to provide administrative support to attorneys. The ideal candidate will have familiarity with legal terminology, at least 5 years of experience in a legal environment, and proficiency in MS Office. This role involves scheduling meetings, client liaison, and document management. A diploma or certificate in office administration or paralegal studies is required. Join a dynamic team to ensure the office runs smoothly.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in a legal environment.
• Previous law firm experience can be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide vital administrative support to attorneys.
• Ensure the smooth functioning of the office.
• Schedule meetings and prepare agendas.

Skills

Legal terminology familiarity

Client liaison

MS Office Suite proficiency

Document Management

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma/Certificate in office administration or Paralegal

Tools

AJS

Job description

About the job Legal Administrative Assistant - Boutique Law Firm - Sandton

Our client, a dynamic and reputable law firm based in Sandton is seeking a dedicated and highly organized Administrative Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will provide vital administrative support to attorneys and ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of the office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Familiarity with legal terminology and documentation.
• Liaison with clients.
• Travel Arrangements.
• Scheduling internal team meetings and preparing agenda.
• Ability to produce minutes from time to time.
• Conference Registrations.
• Formatting Documents proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Bookkeeping billing and invoicing.
• Document Management.
• Renewal of compliance documents (Certificate of Good Standing, Fidelity Fund Certificate, Debt Collectors certificates, BEE Certificates).
• FICA process administration.
• Working closely with auditors and attending to their requirements.
• Working closely with tax practitioners and attending to their requirements.
• Working closely with accountants and attending to their requirements.
• Attending to IT queries.

Experience and Qualification Requirements:

• Diploma/Certificate in office administration or Paralegal.
• At least 5 years' experience in a legal environment.
• Previous law firm experience can be advantageous.
• Knowledge of AJS is an advantage.

If you are proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting a high-performing legal team, we would love to hear from you.