Snr Litigation Secretary (Corporate Dept)

Pillango Placements; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is looking for a skilled Legal Secretary in Pretoria. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience in a legal firm and strong proficiency in Excel and Word. Duties include drafting legal documents, managing invoicing, and organizing documentation. This role offers a market-related salary in line with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years experience in a legal firm.
• Must have reliable transport.
• No pursuit of furthering studies in law.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a high volume of legal tasks.
• Draft and proofread legal correspondence.
• Handle dictaphone typing and legal documentation.
• Manage invoicing and reconcile accounts.
• Organize documents effectively under pressure.

Skills

Legal practice understanding

Strong proficiency with Excel

Strong proficiency with Word

Excellent communication skills

Administrative skills

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with a high volume of legal tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Draft and proofread legal correspondence and documents with precision
• Handle dictaphone typing and prepare large bundles of legal documentation (photocopying, scanning, filing)
• Manage invoicing, arrange payment of invoices, and reconcile accounts
• Sort and file documents in chronological order
• Keep things organized, efficient, and accurate across all tasks
• Work under pressure and meet deadlines consistently

Key Skills & Experience

• At least 6 years experience working in a legal firm with an understanding of legal practice and general legal processes (action and application proceedings)
• Corporate / commercial legal experience is beneficial but not required
• Strong proficiency with Excel and Word
• Excellent communication and administrative skills
• Meticulous and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently
• Must have your own reliable transport

Please note that we are unable to consider candidates who are currently pursuing LLB studies. We are seeking a skilled Legal Secretary without the intention of furthering their professional development within a law practice.

The offer will be market related in line with your qualifications, skills, and experience.

Please apply online in the link provided. We do not consider CVs via Whatsapp or email.