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Legal Secretary (Litigation)

How2Apply Talent Network

Isando, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Admin & Office Support

R29 000 – R36 500/month

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Job Description

At this litigation law firm in Isando, you'll be the person who knows where everything and everyone is. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

Home base is a litigation law firm on the Isando side of Gauteng. Hours are mostly Monday to Friday, with the odd Saturday in busy months.

What you'll actually do

Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
Keep a tidy filing system, both digital and on paper.
Manage one or two diaries in Outlook and protect focus time.
Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.
Coordinate with other PAs to find meeting slots across diaries.
Arrange events, client lunches and year-end functions.

What you need

Advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Calm when plans change at the last minute
Discreet with board, salary and legal information
Available for the odd early start or late finish
At least 4 years supporting a senior manager or director
Matric plus a secretarial, office admin or PA diploma

Extra points for

Afrikaans or another second language for client work
SAP Concur or similar expense tools
Minute-taking or company secretarial training

What you get

13th cheque and performance bonus
Hybrid days once settled in
Medical aid and provident fund

How to apply for this job

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: a CV naming the level of executives you supported, your PA or secretarial qualification plus two references from executives you worked for.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 10 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Isando; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Before you hit apply

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.