Paralegal

Time Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal firm in Cape Town is looking for a dedicated Paralegal to join their team. The ideal candidate will have strong corporate administration and customer service skills with at least three years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing administrative functions, assisting with project research, and ensuring client communication is handled efficiently. This role demands excellent organizational skills and a commitment to long-term professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in corporate administration or similar roles.
• Proficient computer skills with a willingness to learn new software.
• Ability to function in a high-paced and stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and handle client inquiries through calls and emails.
• Assist in research and content related to special projects.
• Provide team support and manage correspondence for clients.
• Update databases and ensure accuracy in systems.

Skills

Corporate administration

Excellent interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Organization skills

Attention to detail

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Job description

Paralegal position currently availablein Cape Town.

Our client is a well-established and reputable legal firm that has recently expanded by opening a new branch near De Waterkant. They are seeking a professional Paralegal to support the legal team by efficiently managing administrative and front-office functions.

Requirements:

• Corporate administration, reception and executive assistance experience
• Minimum three years in a similar environment
• Proficient on computer, willing to learn and grow with new packages
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to function in a high-paced, and at times stressful environment
• An independent worker who can exercise discretion and good judgment
• Excellent organization skill, attention to detail, written and verbal communication skills
• An individual looking for a long term commitment and growth in a career

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Welcoming guests professionally, handling client enquiries with incoming calls and emails
• Assist with content and research on various topics relating to special projects that arise
• Provide support for the team
• Assist with all projects to improve efficiency and transparency within the department and internal clients
• Initiative and add value with new projects assigned
• Manage and draft all correspondence requirements for their various clients
• Updating the database and ensuring all details for their systems are accurate and correctly displayed
• Ordering of office consumables and managing this portfolio