Legal Secretary - Conveyancing Department

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development and training

Stable and supportive work environment

Reputable legal firm

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly efficient Legal Secretary to join a busy Conveyancing Department in Mahikeng. You will support conveyancers with admin, document management, and client communications throughout property transactions.

The role requires excellent typing, solid knowledge of conveyancing procedures, and strong interpersonal skills to liaise with clients, estate agents, financial institutions, and other parties, ensuring smooth progression of sales, transfers, and bonds.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within a conveyancing environment.
• Strong understanding of conveyancing procedures and property law terminology.
• Excellent typing, word processing, and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist conveyancers with the preparation and drafting of legal documents for property transfers and bonds.
• Manage and maintain conveyancing files, ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, consultations, and appointments.
• Handle client communications, providing updates and addressing inquiries professionally.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence.
• Liaise with estate agents, financial institutions, and other parties involved in property transactions.

Skills

Typing

Administrative skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Legal software

Office suites

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly efficient and organized Legal Secretary to join their busy Conveyancing Department in Mahikeng . This role is vital for supporting the conveyancing attorneys with administrative tasks, document management, and client communication throughout property transactions. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth progression of sales, transfers, and bonds. The ideal candidate possesses excellent typing skills, a thorough understanding of conveyancing procedures, and strong interpersonal abilities to liaaccommodate clients and other parties involved in property deals, contributing to a seamless and professional service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist conveyancers with the preparation and drafting of legal documents for property transfers and bonds.
• Manage and maintain conveyancing files, ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, consultations, and appointments.
• Handle client communications, providing updates and addressing inquiries professionally.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence.
• Liaise with estate agents, financial institutions, and other parties involved in property transactions.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within a conveyancing environment.
• Strong understanding of conveyancing procedures and property law terminology.
• Excellent typing, word processing, and administrative skills.
• Proficiency in relevant legal software and office suites.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work within a reputable legal firm.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Stable and supportive work environment.
• Contribution to key aspects of property law practice.