Paralegal

Reporting to senior management, the Paralegal will support a growing professional services firm in Cape Town, Western Cape. The position calls for someone who combines technical ability with a strong work ethic.

Good work does not go unnoticed, and progression follows performance. Hard work is matched by genuine respect for the people who do it. The setting is busy but well-organised, with a focus on getting the job done properly. We look forward to receiving applications from candidates who meet the criteria.

Discretion and confidentiality are essential given the sensitive nature of the work.

• Prepare and manage billing and invoicing for legal services, capturing time records and following up on outstanding accounts.
• Assist with preparation of trial bundles including copying, collating, indexing, and paginating documents as per court rules.
• Ensure compliance with the rules and regulations of the legal practice council and maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Maintain and organise legal files and records in physical and electronic format, ensuring documents are correctly indexed and retrievable.
• Draft, review, and format legal documents including contracts, pleadings, affidavits, opinions, and correspondence with high accuracy.
• Manage the diary and schedule of attorneys including arranging consultations, court appearances, and meetings with deadlines met.

• Excellent word processing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office to produce accurately typed legal documents.
• High ethical standards and the ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and integrity.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients, counsel, and court personnel professionally.
• Proficiency in legal software packages including conveyancing platforms, legal accounting systems, and document management systems.
• A minimum of one to three years of experience in a legal environment including a law firm, corporate legal department, or public service.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure documents are error-free and deadlines and filing requirements are strictly observed.