Remote Legal Administrator — Insolvency & Restructuring

Placements24; Graafwater; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Collaborative team environment

Fully remote setup

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Legal Administrator for a fully remote role supporting insolvency practitioners in the Western Cape. You will manage case files, prepare statutory notices, and handle creditor correspondence with precision.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of administrative experience in a legal or insolvency setting, strong communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. A dedicated home office and reliable internet are essential for success in this remote position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of administrative experience, preferably in a legal or insolvency environment.
• Relevant administrative qualification or foundational understanding of legal terminology.
• Familiarity with the South African Companies Act and Insolvency Act is advantageous.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills for remote work.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
• Proactive and problem-solving attitude.
• Reliable internet connection and a dedicated home office space.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue statutory notices and reports required in insolvency proceedings.
• Manage correspondence with creditors, clients, and regulatory bodies.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date case files (electronic and physical).
• Assist insolvency practitioners with information for court applications.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, including virtual meetings with clients and stakeholders.
• Process invoices and maintain financial records for insolvency case administration.
• Ensure adherence to filing deadlines under the Companies Act and Insolvency Act.

Skills

Administrative coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Collaborative work

Education

Administrative qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Legal Administrator for a fully remote role supporting insolvency practitioners in the Western Cape. You will manage case files, prepare statutory notices, and handle creditor correspondence with precision.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of administrative experience in a legal or insolvency setting, strong communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. A dedicated home office and reliable internet are essential for success in this remote position.