Remote Legal Admin: Flexible Hours & Growth

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position offering work‑at

Flexible working hours

Competitive hourly rate

Opportunity to gain experience in a G2

Supportive virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Legal Administrator to support a team of legal professionals from a home office. You will manage client communications, organize case files, schedule meetings, and assist with drafting and proofreading documents while upholding data security and compliance.

The role offers flexibility with fully remote work and exposure to a growing online legal services sector, ideal for a proactive candidate with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years experience as legal administrator or paralegal preferred.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures."
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable internet connection and dedicated home office.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming and outgoing client communications via email, phone, and platform messaging.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files with accuracy.
• Schedule client consultations, court appearances, and internal meetings.
• Assist legal professionals in drafting and proofreading legal documents and pleadings.
• Conduct basic legal research and gather information for cases.
• Process and file legal documents with courts and other bodies.
• Support billing and invoicing with the finance department.
• Maintain client databases and update contact information.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and data security.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

MS Office proficiency

Remote work capability

Education

High school diploma

Paralegal certification (optional)

Tools

Legal practice management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Legal Administrator to support a team of legal professionals from a home office. You will manage client communications, organize case files, schedule meetings, and assist with drafting and proofreading documents while upholding data security and compliance.

The role offers flexibility with fully remote work and exposure to a growing online legal services sector, ideal for a proactive candidate with strong communication and organizational skills.