Legal Secretary (Litigation)

This litigation law firm in Epping needs an assistant who thinks two steps ahead. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

You'll be based at a litigation law firm in Epping. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

• Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.
• Arrange events, client lunches and year-end functions.
• Keep a tidy filing system, both digital and on paper.
• Screen calls and emails and deal with what does not need the boss.
• Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.
• Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
• Manage one or two diaries in Outlook and protect focus time.

• Matric plus a secretarial, office admin or PA diploma
• At least 4 years supporting a senior manager or director
• Advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Calm when plans change at the last minute

• Minute-taking or company secretarial training
• Afrikaans or another second language for client work

• 13th cheque and performance bonus
• Hybrid days once settled in
• Parking in a secure basement

• Expect practical tests on Word formatting, Excel and minute-taking, so brush up on styles and tables first.
• Mention a problem you solved before your boss knew about it; that story wins PA interviews.