Legal Secretary and Personal Assistant
Virago Recruitment · Pretoria, Gauteng
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Location: Pretoria East, Gauteng
Employment Type: Permanent
Industry: Legal / Law Firm
A reputable law firm based in Pretoria East is seeking an experienced and highly organised Legal Secretary to provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support within a busy General Litigation Department .
The successful candidate must have solid experience in a litigation environment, with a strong understanding of legal processes, excellent drafting and typing skills, and the ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines and administrative responsibilities efficiently.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Matric / Grade 12
Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary , preferably within a litigation department
Bilingual (Afrikaans and English)
Proven experience in General Litigation
Experience with High Court and Magistrates’ Court matters will be advantageous
Strong knowledge of legal terminology, processes and documentation
Experience in drafting and formatting legal documents
Excellent typing and computer skills
Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and Excel
Experience with CaseLines, Court Online and/or LegalSuite will be advantageous
Excellent diary and deadline management skills
Strong administrative and organisational abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple matters simultaneously
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Professional, reliable and well organised
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide comprehensive secretarial support to attorneys within the litigation department
Draft, type, format and proofread legal documents, pleadings, notices, correspondence and other litigation documentation
Assist with preparation and management of litigation matters
Maintain and manage physical and electronic legal files
Manage attorneys’ diaries, appointments, court dates, consultations and deadlines
Ensure important litigation dates and deadlines are diarised and followed up
Prepare and organise documents for court proceedings and consultations
Assist with the preparation of court bundles and related documentation
File and serve legal documents as required
Upload and manage documents on CaseLines/Court Online , where applicable
Liaise professionally with clients, advocates, sheriffs, courts and other legal professionals
Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, emails and telephone enquiries
Maintain accurate records and ensure files are kept up to date
Perform general legal administration and office support
Assist attorneys with any additional administrative requirements relating to their matters
Ensure all work is completed accurately, professionally and within required deadlines
Please send your CV to info@viragorecruit.co.za or apply via our website www.viragorecruit.co.za