Legal Assistant jobs in South Africa

Are you young, but has the maturity and emotional intelligence to handle challenging, emotionally charged situations? We are seeking a highly organized Junior Legal Secretary to support a Family Law Attorney in Randfontein.

This role requires someone who can provide administrative and support to clients while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and discretion.

• Provide administrative support to the attorney specializing in Family Law.
• Coordinate day-to-day office operations, ensuring the smooth functioning of the office while the attorney is frequently in court.
• Assist in managing client communications, including phone calls, emails, and appointments, with a focus on empathy and professionalism.
• Organize and schedule meetings, court appearances, and other appointments.
• Maintain an effective filing system for both digital and physical files.

• Emotional intelligence – the ability to relate to clients going through personal challenges.
• Strong administrative skills with the ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Highly computer literate with an above average typing speed on MS Word (Dictation).
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Afrikaans, both written and verbal.
• 2 years' administration experience.
• Previous experience in a legal environment is advantageous.
• A strong sense of initiative and a proactive attitude.
• Flexibility and the ability to cope with a varied workload.

• A supportive and understanding environment for personal and professional growth.
• The opportunity to work with an experienced and dedicated attorney in the field of Family Law.
• A rewarding position where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients during difficult times.

The proposed salary for the role is R6k - R12k per month, but the employer retains the prerogative to make an offer that aligns with industry norms and the specific attributes of the selected candidate.

Please apply online in the link provided. Unfortunately, we do not consider CVs on Whatsapp or email.