Legal Administrator — Upington Office Support

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension contributions

Stable working environment

Opportunity to join a local legal team

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a highly organized Legal Administrator to manage day-to-day administrative functions in a busy legal practice. You will support attorneys, handle client communications, maintain records, and ensure efficient office operations with confidentiality and professionalism.

The role emphasizes proactive handling of schedules, document preparation, and cross-functional support in a local legal environment within the Northern Cape.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Discretion

Independent work

Tools

MS Office

Legal software

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a highly organized Legal Administrator to manage day-to-day administrative functions in a busy legal practice. You will support attorneys, handle client communications, maintain records, and ensure efficient office operations with confidentiality and professionalism.

The role emphasizes proactive handling of schedules, document preparation, and cross-functional support in a local legal environment within the Northern Cape.