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Legal Secretary (Litigation) – Immediate Start

How2Apply Talent Network

Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal

Contract

Posted 2 days ago

Contract Admin & Office Support

R23 500 – R32 750/month

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Job Description

This medical specialist rooms in Pietermaritzburg needs an assistant who thinks two steps ahead. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

You'll be based at a medical specialist rooms in Pietermaritzburg. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

The work, day to day

Manage one or two diaries in Outlook and protect focus time.
Keep sensitive files locked and access limited to those who need it.
Draft letters, reports and presentations in the house style.
Arrange events, client lunches and year-end functions.
Book local and international travel, visas and accommodation.
Type court papers and manage trial dates for litigation roles.
Prepare expense claims and reconcile the company credit card.

You'll need

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

Nice if you have

Minute-taking or company secretarial training
SAP Concur or similar expense tools

What you get

Medical aid and provident fund
Parking in a secure basement
13th cheque and performance bonus

How to apply

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, a recently certified ID copy (within 3 months) plus two references from executives you worked for.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 8 working days.

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

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Before you hit apply

State whom you supported (for example "PA to the MD of a 300-person firm") in each job heading.
Mention a problem you solved before your boss knew about it; that story wins PA interviews.