Litigation Secretary

HR Talent Partner SA; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 24 000 - 36 000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed law firm in the picturesque Stellenbosch area is seeking a dedicated Litigation Secretary to enhance their legal team. This full-time permanent position offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for career advancement. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in litigation, exceptional drafting skills for court documents, and a strong command of both Afrikaans and English. Join a prestigious firm where your contributions will be valued, and your professional growth is supported in a dynamic and challenging environment.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a litigation secretary in a law firm.
• Ability to draft and prepare High Court and Magistrates Court documents.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and preparing legal documents for High Court and Magistrates Court.
• Managing court processes and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

Skills

Litigation experience

Drafting court documents

Communication skills

Typing skills

Bilingual (Afrikaans and English)

Attention to detail

Proactive organization

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

MS Office

LegalSuite

Job description

Litigation Secretary position available in Stellenbosch.

One of the oldest and most prestigious law firms based in Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands is looking for a “Litigation Secretary” to join their team on a full-time permanent basis.

Excellent compensation package on offer plus internal career advancement opportunities.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience as litigation secretary in a law firm.
• The ability to draft and prepare High Court and Magistrates Court documents.
• Knowledge of the court processes of the High Court and Magistrates Court.
• Outstanding communication and typing skills.
• Bilingual (Afrikaans and English) – particularly English.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Experience in LegalSuite.
• Ability to pay attention to detail; to be proactive; and to organise and prioritise.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Applying for this position:

• Only open to South African citizens.