Legal Administrator

Placements24; Cape Town; Sur place; ZAR 150 000 - 190 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary based on experience

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Legal Administrator in Upington, Northern Cape. You will manage day-to-day admin for the legal practice, support attorneys, and ensure efficient office operations.

The role emphasizes client communications, file upkeep, scheduling, and professional client service in a busy legal environment. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently in a confidential setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Legal Administrator, Legal Secretary, or similar role.
• Proficiency in MS Office and common legal software.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proactive, able to work independently.

Responsabilités

• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, mail, and phone calls.
• Maintain and organize client files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and manage attorney calendars.
• Prepare and format legal documents, reports, and presentations.
• Assist with billing and invoicing processes, and manage office supplies.
• Greet clients and visitors, providing a professional first point of contact.

Connaissances

MS Office

Legal software

Organization

Time management

Communication

Discretion

Independence

Outils

Case management software

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly organized and proactive Legal Administrator to manage the day-to-day administrative functions of their legal practice in Upington . This role is crucial for supporting the attorneys and ensuring the efficient operation of the office. Responsibilities include managing client communications, maintaining records, scheduling, and providing general administrative support. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, and have a professional demeanor, contributing to a smooth workflow and excellent client service within a busy legal environment in the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, mail, and phone calls.
• Maintain and organize client files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and manage attorney calendars.
• Prepare and format legal documents, reports, and presentations.
• Assist with billing and invoicing processes, and manage office supplies.
• Greet clients and visitors, providing a professional first point of contact.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Legal Administrator, Legal Secretary, or similar administrative role.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and common legal software.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Standard benefits including medical aid and pension contributions.
• A stable and professional working environment.
• Opportunity to be an integral part of a local legal practice.