Legal Secretary - Corporate Law

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

Benefits offered by this job

Home office setup aid

Flexible hours

Professional development

Regular team communication

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Legal Secretary to support a busy corporate law practice in a fully remote role. You will handle electronic filing, schedule calendars for lawyers, prepare legal documents, and manage correspondence from your home office.

The ideal candidate has proven legal secretary experience, strong typing skills, and the ability to work independently in a confidential, remote environment with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role.
• Proficiency in legal terminology, document preparation, and case management software.
• Excellent typing skills, attention to detail, and organizational abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality in a remote work environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain electronic filing systems for case documents and correspondence.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and manage lawyers' calendars effectively.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, letters, and other correspondence.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and communications with discretion and professionalism.
• Provide general administrative support, including data entry and invoice processing.

Skills

Legal terminology

Document preparation

Case management software

Typing speed

Written and verbal communication

Tools

Case management software tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Legal Secretary to support their busy corporate law practice. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to manage your workload effectively from the comfort of your home office. You will be responsible for providing essential administrative and secretarial support to a team of lawyers, ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a virtual setting, contributing to the overall productivity of the legal team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain electronic filing systems for case documents and correspondence.
• Schedule appointments, meetings, and manage lawyers' calendars effectively.
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, letters, and other correspondence.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and communications with discretion and professionalism.
• Provide general administrative support, including data entry and invoice processing.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role.
• Proficiency in legal terminology, document preparation, and case management software.
• Excellent typing skills, attention to detail, and organizational abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality in a remote work environment .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Supportive virtual team environment with regular communication channels.
• Contribution towards home office setup and internet expenses.