Legal Assistant jobs in South Africa

A fantastic opportunity exists for a detail-oriented and motivated Legal Assistant to join a specialist Trust Management team. The successful candidate will support fee earners with the active administration, progression, and management of Trust matters. This role is ideal for someone studying towards a legal degree, eager to gain experience in a structured legal environment with international exposure.

The position focuses on trust administration support, document preparation, client communication, and ensuring efficient workflow within the department—particularly related to clearing backlog work.

• Prepare trust management documents (e.g. change of trustees, building insurance indemnities, Land Registry documents).
• Prepare documents and covering letters, ready for client signature.
• Coordinate document signing with clients via telephone, email and letter.
• Arranging cheque requests relating to client refunds.
• Deliver an exceptional client experience.

• Legal Degree (LLB or equivalent) — Essential
• Legal assistant/administration certifications advantageous

• At least three (1) years’ experience in a Legal Assistant or Client Services role.
• Case management systems experience.
• Work experience in a professional services firm.
• Work UK hours and take UK Bank holidays.
• Ability to work from home if required (min 20 meg fibre line)
• Valid driver’s license.
• Own transport.

• Professional, mature, and client-service oriented
• Proactive and eager to learn
• Strong teamwork with the ability to work independently

• Opportunity to gain experience with international legal work
• Exposure to trust management and estate structuring
• Ideal for a candidate working towards their legal qualification
• Potential for contract renewal depending on performance and department needs
• Reliable, deadline-driven, and highly organised