Legal Secretary
Share
Job Location:
Johannesburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Legal Secretary supports attorneys by managing administrative tasks ensuring efficient office operations and facilitating the smooth execution of legal processes. It operates on-site from our offices in Rosebank.
Key responsibilities:
- Quality and accuracy of created legal documents.
- Diary management.
- Correspondence and file systems.
- Record management.
- Client communication and court preparation.
- Drafting formatting and proofreading legal documents.
- Attending to instructions from Attorneys and Paralegals
- Scheduling meetings managing calendars and coordinating travel arrangements.
- Managing correspondence and legal document filing systems.
- Assisting with client communication and preparation for meetings or court appearances.
- Supporting the preparation of case briefs legal research and document management.
Competencies required:
Operational Competencies
- High proficiency in typing and document management.
- Knowledge of legal document formats and requirements.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Relationship & Interpersonal Competencies
- Communication Skills: Clear persuasive and confident communication both written and verbal.
- Negotiation & Persuasion: Ability to influence stakeholders eg. to close deals or secure partnerships.
Analytical & Problem-Solving Competencies
- Critical Thinking: Identifying challenges and crafting innovative solutions.
- Risk Assessment: Anticipating risks in new ventures and mitigating them effectively.
Personal Attributes
- Resilience & Persistence: Overcoming setbacks and staying motivated.
- Curiosity & Continuous Learning: Keeping up with industry trends and continuously improving skills.
- Integrity & Professionalism: Building trust with clients and colleagues.
Salary: R17 850 CTC
Qualifications :
Minimum requirements:
- Diploma or certification in Legal Secretary Paralegal studies or a related field or equivalent experience.
- 1-2 years proven work experience as a legal secretary or similar role.
- Familiarity with legal documents and terminology.
- Proficient with MS Office and legal software.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Diploma
- ICT
- Fire
- Flash
- ACCA
- AV
About Company
Labournet is a proudly South African company with over 28 years of innovation in payroll, HR, and employment legislative compliance. We are driven by our mission to change the world of work by simplifying compliance, empowering people, and delivering technology-driven solutions. Our p ... View more
