Personal Assistant (PA) Legal Environment

Hedz Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Johannesburg is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant (PA) to provide high-level support to partners. The ideal candidate must possess a paralegal qualification and excel in communication and organization. Key responsibilities include managing schedules, preparing legal documents, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This role offers a competitive salary and mentorship within a respected legal environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity for mentorship

Exposure to legal matters

Qualifications

• Paralegal qualification is essential.
• Basic understanding of company law and structures required.
• Working knowledge of FICA and compliance procedures needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative and personal support to the partners.
• Manage calendars, meetings, and correspondence.
• Prepare and proofread legal documents.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent communication skills

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Education

Paralegal qualification

Job description

Location: Johannesburg

Salary: Approximately R30,000 per month

Languages: Afrikaans (Advanced), English (Advanced)

Our client, a well-established firm of Attorneys, Notaries, and Conveyancers, is seeking a professional and highly organised Personal Assistant (PA) to provide dedicated support to the partners. The ideal candidate will hold a Paralegal qualification and demonstrate a strong interest in legal and corporate administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative and personal support to the partners
• Manage calendars, meetings, and correspondence
• Prepare and proofread legal and company-related documents
• Liaise with clients, service providers, and regulatory bodies
• Assist with compliance matters, including FICA documentation
• Maintain filing systems (digital and physical) and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information
• Support day-to-day office operations and coordinate ad-hoc requests

Min Requirements

• Paralegal qualification (essential)
• Basic understanding of company law and company structures
• Working knowledge of FICA and compliance procedures
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Excellent communication skills
• Afrikaans (Advanced) and English (Advanced) written and spoken
• Highly organised, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (± R30,000 per month)
• Opportunity to work in a professional and respected legal environment
• Exposure to company law, compliance, and property‑related legal matters
• Supportive team culture with direct mentorship from the partners

If you meet the above requirements and are ready to take on a professional challenge, wed love to hear from you. Please ensure you meet the min requirements fully before applying , should you have experience as a PA but not paralegal qualifications or experience in a law firm then we will not consider you.