Legal Secretary

The Legal Secretary will manage the diary and schedule, assist with preparation of trial bundles and conduct legal research using legislation.

The role is based in Centurion, Gauteng. Strong performers can expect clear paths to greater responsibility. You will work alongside an experienced and supportive team in a professional setting. Put your name forward today and tell us what you bring.

• Stay updated with changes in legislation and legal procedures affecting the practice areas in which the firm operates.
• Ensure compliance with the rules and regulations of the legal practice council and maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, court officials, and other stakeholders professionally, providing updates and managing expectations.
• Draft, review, and format legal documents including contracts, pleadings, affidavits, opinions, and correspondence with high accuracy.
• Assist with preparation of trial bundles including copying, collating, indexing, and paginating documents as per court rules.

• 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.
• High ethical standards and the ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and integrity.
• Excellent word processing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office to produce accurately typed legal documents.
• For candidate attorney positions, an LLB degree from an accredited university and eligibility to register articles with the law society.