Legal Secretary

Accredited Resource Consulting Services (Pty) Ltd; Wes-Kaap; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consulting firm is seeking experienced Commercial Secretaries for reputable firms in Cape Town. The role involves drafting legal documents, managing schedules, and providing comprehensive administrative support within commercial law. Candidates must possess strong legal administrative experience, attention to detail, and professional communication skills. This full-time position is ideal for those looking to thrive in a legal environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Commercial Secretary in a legal environment.
• Strong understanding of commercial law documents and terminology.
• Excellent typing speed, accuracy and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, formatting and preparing legal documents and correspondence.
• Managing diaries, scheduling meetings and supporting fee-earners.
• File and matter management, including digital document control.

Skills

Legal administrative support

Commercial law documents proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Professional communication skills

Job description

Recruitment Manager specializing in staffing and business development at Accredited Resource Consulting Services

ARCS Recruitment is sourcing experienced Commercial Secretaries for multiple reputable firms across Cape Town. These roles require strong legal administrative support experience within commercial practice areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting, formatting and preparing commercial legal documents and correspondence
• Managing diaries, scheduling meetings and supporting fee-earners
• File and matter management, including digital document control
• Liaising professionally with clients and stakeholders
• General administrative support within the commercial department

Requirements:

• Experience as a Commercial Secretary in a legal environment
• Strong understanding of commercial law documents and terminology
• Excellent typing speed, accuracy and MS Office proficiency
• High attention to detail and ability to prioritise effectively
• Professional communication skills

If you meet the requirements and are open to opportunities within established commercial practices, please submit your CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services