Legal Secretary

Virago Recruitment; Brits; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Brits is looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join its team. The ideal candidate must be fully proficient in Afrikaans and English, possess excellent typing skills, and have a solid background in collections and debtor-related matters. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, managing debtor files, and maintaining filing systems. A legal secretarial qualification and 2-3 years’ experience in a legal environment are advantageous. Interested candidates should send their CVs to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Secretary in a collections/debtors environment is preferred.
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in a legal environment.
• Ability to manage multiple files effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Draft and format legal documents and correspondence.
• Assist with collections and debt recovery matters.
• Follow up on outstanding accounts and liaise with debtors.
• Maintain accurate records and filing systems.

Skills

Proficient in Afrikaans and English

Excellent typing skills

Strong administrative and organizational skills

Professional communication skills

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Legal secretarial qualification

Job description

Location: Brits, North West

A well-established law firm in Brits is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with strong Afrikaans proficiency and solid knowledge of collections and debtor-related matters. The ideal candidate must be highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Requirements

• Fully proficient in Afrikaans and English (spoken and written) – Afrikaans essential
• Excellent typing skills with high accuracy and speed
• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within a collections / debtors department
• Sound knowledge of collections processes, including debtor follow-ups and legal recovery procedures
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple files simultaneously
• Professional communication skills when dealing with clients, debtors, and attorneys

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting, typing, and formatting legal documents, correspondence, and notices
• Managing debtor files and assisting attorneys with collections and debt recovery matters
• Following up on outstanding accounts and liaising with debtors professionally
• Maintaining accurate records and filing systems (physical and electronic)
• Handling telephone and email correspondence with clients, debtors, and third parties
• Assisting with court documents and deadlines where applicable
• General legal secretarial and administrative duties

Qualifications & Experience

• Matric (Grade 12) required
• Legal secretarial qualification will be an advantage
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a legal environment, preferably in collections

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and detail-focused
• Reliable, discreet, and professional
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude

Please send your CV to [e-mail]