Legal Secretary (Local Government)

Recruiter:

SHARON NUROCK RECRUITMENT CC

Job Ref:

DUR003136/SN

Date posted:

Thursday, January 16, 2025

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

R23 000.00 per month (cost to company)

SUMMARY:
Our client, a prestigious law firm is looking for an individual to execute a variety of secretarial duties of a confidential nature. These tasks will include working with Attorneys, Paralegals, and other members of the firm with a series of administrative functions.

POSITION INFO:

Requirements:

Matric essential.
Degree or Diploma in a Paralegal / Legal Secretarial qualification.
Minimum 5 yearsâ experience as a Legal Secretary within a law firm.
Focussed on Local Government issues.
Knowledge of CMS / Adarant preferable.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of Billback.
Own transport is essential.

Responsibilities:

Maintain Partner(s) and/or Professionalsâ diary, including co-ordination and liaison with relevant parties in regard to meetings.
Dictation typing.
Prepare all documentation for appointments and travel.
File, organise, and maintain documents.
Open and close legal files in accordance with the firmâs policies and procedures.
Organise and maintain legal files in accordance with the firmâs policies and procedures.
Assist in handling legal administration requirements.
Assist in preparing and processing legal documents.
Print all correspondence, pleadings and documents and file same.
Perform general office administration and management.
Follow up with clients regarding payments and log all client contact.
Compile and submit weekly outstanding reports to Accounts department.
Ensure compliance with FICA.
Keep track of Attorney time records and billing.
Monthly invoicing in accordance with firmâs policies and procedures.

Skills and Competencies:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Effective time management.
Strong organisational skills.
Attention to detail.
Take initiative.
Team player.

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