Legal Clerk

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 96,000 - 152,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Hybrid work flexibility

Hands-on legal experience

Supportive environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a reliable Legal Clerk to provide essential administrative support to a legal team in a hybrid, part-time role in Upington. The position involves handling legal documents, filing, calendar management, data entry, and general office duties.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a legal setting while enjoying flexible work arrangements. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, some administrative experience, basic legal terminology knowledge,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous administrative or clerical experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of legal terminology is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment and manage tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and legal documents.
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic filing systems.
• Assist with the preparation and collation of legal documents for filing.
• Schedule appointments and manage calendars for legal staff.
• Perform data entry and update case management databases.
• Provide general administrative support, such as photocopying and scanning.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a reliable and organized Legal Clerk to provide essential administrative and clerical support to their legal team in Upington . This part-time role involves managing legal documents, maintaining records, and assisting with general office duties. You will work within a hybrid model, offering a flexible combination of in-office and remote work, allowing for a good work-life balance while contributing to the efficient functioning of the legal department. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in a legal setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and legal documents.
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic filing systems.
• Assist with the preparation and collation of legal documents for filing.
• Schedule appointments and manage calendars for legal staff.
• Perform data entry and update case management databases.
• Provide general administrative support, such as photocopying and scanning.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role is preferred.
• Basic understanding of legal terminology is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment and manage tasks independently.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage for a part-time position.
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Opportunities for hands-on experience in a legal setting.
• Supportive work environment.
• Potential for growth within the organization.