Temporary Legal Administrator (12 Months Fixed Term Contract)

HWSETA; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

HWSETA is seeking a Temporary Legal Administrator for a fixed 12-month contract in Johannesburg. The role involves transcribing legal documents, scheduling meetings, and managing legal correspondence. Candidates must have at least a diploma in legal studies and 3 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum experience in a legal environment.
• Experience as Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or in Legal Administration is essential.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe and proofread legal documents.
• Schedule meetings and organize legal office schedules.
• Manage correspondence and administrative duties.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

National Senior Certificate

Diploma in Legal Support, Law, Legal Assistance, or Paralegal Studies

Job description

Job Title : Temporary Legal Administrator (12 Months Fixed Term Contract)

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : July 16, 2025

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Responsibilities :

• Transcribing and proofreading legal documents
• Filing, organizing, scanning, copying, and faxing legal documents
• Scheduling legal-related dates and meetings with clients (end-users and stakeholders)
• Organizing legal office schedules, including travel arrangements, meetings, and submission of claims (including attorneys’ claims)
• Coordinating telephone and in-person correspondences
• Managing the movement of memorandum of agreements between the SDP unit and CEO’s office
• Sending timely reminders to end users about upcoming contract expirations
• Gathering investigative information as instructed by the legal officer
• Performing any other administrative duties as required

Minimum Requirements and Experience :

• National Senior Certificate
• Diploma in Legal Support, Law, Legal Assistance, or Paralegal Studies
• At least 3 years of experience in a legal environment, performing roles such as Legal Assistance, Paralegal, Legal Support, or Legal Administration