Job Description

Nieuw Muckleneuk, Pretoria: RAF LITIGATION SECRETARY
Minimum Requirements:
-Professional and presentable Afrikaans speaking female
-Afrikaans and English first and second languages a must (Afr & Eng client base)
-Minimum 5 years recent experience in General High Court Litigation and RAF Claims at a law firm a must
-Independently functional
-Computer literate in Court Online and Caselines a must (Must be able to upload and manage court bundles on system)
-Good typing skills (speed and accuracy, at least 55 wpm)
-Excellent knowledge of court forms, procedures, directives and time frames (Pta & Jhb High Courts)
-Strong admin and organisational skills, able to manage multiples files, deadlines and urgent tasks
-Strong communication skills in both Afrikaans and English (verbal and written)
-Confident in handling Sheriff’s instructions, follow ups and returns
-Able to work well under pressure and without constant supervision
-Stable employment record and contactable References
Duties:
-Handling, drafting and typing of General High Court Litigation and RAF Claims
-Drafting and typing of legal documents, correspondence, pleadings and notices
-Managing Attorney’s diaries, court dates and file reminders, maintaining file integrity
-Maintaining accurate records, ensure all documents are correctly filed
-Liaison with clients, medical experts, Courts, Advocates and Sheriff’s offices
-Handle telephone calls, email correspondence and walk-in client queries professionally
-Daily legal administration and litigation support
-General legal secretarial duties
Salary: ± R 25 000.00 gross (depending on experience)
E-mail detailed CV in Word or PDF format (Not as a link) to oneilc@telkomsa.net and indicate the following:
- Reference CR2731; and
- Your monthly gross salary expectation in context with offered amount.
(Also forward a recent photograph and Reference letters if possible)
APPLICATIONS NOT MEETING ALL REQUIREMENTS WILL BE DELETED.
This is a skilled legal profession. Do not apply if you do not have the relevant experience at a law firm.

Skills Required