Senior Litigation Secretary

Findojobs South Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

MacRobert Attorneys is seeking a Senior Litigation Secretary for their Cape Town branch in the Medical Department. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in litigation, strong document management skills, and a keen attention to detail. Responsibilities include managing communications, drafting legal documents, and maintaining accurate records. This position requires a professional, self-motivated individual with reliable transport and a background in legal secretarial work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Litigation Secretary role.
• Strong knowledge of the full litigation process.
• Experience in Medical Negligence is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage instructions, calls, and messages for Directors and Associates.
• Type and prepare legal documents and affidavits.
• Handle invoicing and track fee sheets.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication

Document Management

Dictaphone Typing

Education

Matric or relevant qualification

Tools

AJS

Job description

MacRobert Attorneys is looking for a Senior Litigation Secretaryin the Medical Department of our Cape Town Branch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage instructions, calls, and messages for Directors and Associates.
• Handle queries related to deposits, payments, and support services (Accounts).
• Type and prepare legal documents, affidavits, and correspondence.
• Perform photocopying, binding, and document management.
• Capture and close files on internal systems, update records.
• Draft court documents and briefs, manage disbursements and invoicing.
• Track fee sheets, credits/debits, and assist with debtor follow-ups.
• Perform diary management, and manage appointments.

Requirements:

• Matric or relevant qualification.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a Litigation Secretary role (Medical Negligence experience advantageous).
• Strong knowledge of the full litigation process.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and time management skills.
• Proficient in Dictaphone typing, administrative support, and using AJS.
• Ability to reconcile accounts, manage invoicing, and handle unpaid invoices.
• Strong communication and document management skills.
  
• Professional, self-motivated, and deadline-driven.
• Own or reliable transport.

Please ensure that you attach a copy of your ID and latest payslip with your application.

IMPORTANT: This is a skilled position. Do not apply if you do not have the relevant LEGAL secretarial experience.