Remote Legal Administrator

Placements24; Upington; Híbrido; ZAR 83.000 - 165.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote position offering work‑at

Flexible working hours

Competitive hourly rate

Opportunity to gain experience in a G2

Supportive virtual team

Descripción de la vacante

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.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

MS Office proficiency

Remote work capability

Educación

High school diploma

Paralegal certification (optional)

Herramientas

Legal practice management software

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a progressive online legal services platform, is seeking a highly organized and efficient Remote Legal Administrator to provide crucial administrative support to their team of legal professionals. This fully remote position is ideal for an individual with strong organizational skills and a foundational understanding of legal processes. You will be responsible for managing client communications, organizing case files, scheduling appointments, and assisting with the preparation of legal documents, all from your home office. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the platform and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction. This role offers significant flexibility and the opportunity to gain broad experience within the legal tech industry. Our client values diligence, excellent communication, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. We are looking for someone who can manage their workload effectively and contribute positively to a virtual team environment. This position is essential for facilitating efficient legal service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; legal assistant or paralegal certification is a plus.
• Proven experience as a legal administrator, legal secretary, or similar role (minimum 2 years preferred).
• Familiarity with legal terminology and standard legal procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal practice management software.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote setting.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable internet connection and a dedicated home office space.
• Professional demeanor and a strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering excellent work-life balance and flexibility.
• Competitive hourly rate or contract fee.
• Opportunity to gain experience in a growing online legal services sector.
• Work with a supportive and dynamic virtual team.
• Exposure to a wide range of legal administrative tasks.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance.
• Flexible working hours.