Legal Secretary
| Location | Gauteng, South Africa |
| Date Posted | February 19, 2021 |
| Category |
Legal
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| Job Type |
Full-time
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| Currency | ZAR |
Description
Job Description
This is a full-time position with 6 months’ probation. This position will be based at the Law firm offices and remote working from home won’t be necessary or required unless insisted on by law. The Secretary must have been exposed to Commercial Law and Litigation. Person will report directly to the Firm Director. This person will assist 2 Attorneys at the firm. The role does not have any subordinates. The person will work with the entire team: Principal Attorney, Attorney, Candidate Attorney, PA, and Bookkeeper (this is one person), And liaise with Associates as necessary. Key performance areas/criteria that this person will be measured by are Time management, attention to detail. Following instructions. Being organized. Typing well. Duties will include typing correspondences and from Dictaphones, Research, Drafting, Court Work, General office admin, Supporting the Firm Principal and his team. Working hours – 07h50 – 17h00 + Voluntary over-time. This is a newly created position.
Desired Experience & Qualification
Qualifications
Legal Secretary Qualification. Computer Literacy is important - Strong on MS Office (Particularly Word). GhostPractice is a bonus.
Skills
Time management. Attention to detail. Following instructions. Being organized. Typing well. Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role. Fluent in English and any additional languages an advantage. Dictaphone Typing Knowledge. Time management, High levels of conscientiousness, Energetic, Attention to detail is important in this industry. Stable track record and contactable references required.
Package & Remuneration
Salary / Package
R12500-R15000
Benefits
Voluntary Overtime. Data Allowance R150-00 per month