Paralegal

Green Marble Recruitment Consultants; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African manufacturing, wholesaler, and retailer company is seeking a highly organized paralegal to support various legal matters in Pretoria. The ideal candidate will assist with legal research, document drafting, and case management, ensuring efficient handling of legal issues and outstanding service to internal clients.

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience as a Paralegal or similar role.
• Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and gather relevant case-related information.
• Organize and manage case files and documents.
• Assist in the management of legal matters, including litigation and regulatory investigations.

Skills

Research

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Paralegal certificate or degree in Legal Studies

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A leading South African manufacturing, wholesaler and retailer company is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented paralegal to join our management team in Pretoria. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to our team in various legal matters, including research, document drafting, and case management. The paralegal will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient handling of our legal matters and delivering outstanding service to our internal clients.

POSITION INFO :

Qualifications and Experience

• 4+ years experience
• Fully bilingual in both AFRIKAANS and English
• Paralegal certificate or degree in Legal Studies is preferred
• Previous experience as a Paralegal or similar role
• Experience within an internal Retail and wholesale environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and gather relevant case-related information
• Organize and manage case files, documents, and exhibit materials
• Assist in the management of legal matters, including litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders across different departments to gather necessary information and documents
• Support the team in preparing for meetings, presentations, and corporate transactions
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
• Draft correspondence and maintain accurate and updated case records
• Perform administrative tasks, such as uploading, organizing, and filing
• Coordinate with outside vendors and service providers
• Adhere to deadlines and manage multiple priorities efficiently