Legal Secretary

Perfect Placement Recruitment; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in legal services is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to provide comprehensive support to their legal team in Pretoria. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in litigation, excellent organizational abilities, and be capable of working under pressure. This full-time role offers market-related compensation and requires a focus on detail and communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience with liquidations, sequestrations, and trusts.
• Experience in Third-party litigation is advantageous.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal teams.
• Manage and prepare legal documents including pleadings and affidavits.
• Coordinate court appearances and meetings.

Skills

Legal Secretary experience

Proficiency in litigation processes

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Education

Matric certificate or equivalent

Job description

Our client is a family-run operation with extensive legal experience. They collaborate with specialist advocates when needed, provide upfront advice on case merit, and prioritize cost-effective solutions to resolve issues. They are looking for a Legal Secretary to join their team.

Job Title : Legal Secretary

Salary : Market related - Depending on experience and qualifications

Vacancy Type : Full-Time

Non- negotiable qualifications and experience required :

• Matric certificate or equivalent.
• Legal Secretary experience is required.
• Proficiency in litigation processes.
• 3+ years experience with liquidations, sequestrations and trusts.

Beneficial requirements :

• Experience in Third-party litigation is advantageous.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Duties and responsibilities :

• Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal teams.
• Manage and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, notices, and affidavits.
• Coordinate and schedule court appearances, meetings, and consultations.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of litigation cases, including liquidations and sequestrations.
• Handle third-party litigation matters, including communicating with external parties.
• Maintain an organized filing system for case documents and correspondence.
• Monitor and ensure timely follow-ups on case progress and deadlines.
• Assist in managing the firm’s compliance with legal procedures.
• Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
• Liaise with clients and external service providers.
• Perform general administrative tasks such as answering phones, responding to emails, and maintaining office supplies.

By submitting your information and application you hereby confirm :

1. That you have no objection to us retaining your personal information in our database for future matching / POPI Policy.

2. Due to the nature of the position, that we can do an ITC check if our client is interested in your CV.

3. That the information you have provided to us is true, correct, and up to date.

PLEASE NOTE :

Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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Legal Secretary • Pretoria (Groenkloof), Gauteng, ZA