Job Description

Location:

Brits, North West



A well-established law firm in Brits is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with strong Afrikaans proficiency and solid knowledge of collections and debtor-related matters. The ideal candidate must be highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced legal environment.



Key Requirements



Fully proficient in Afrikaans and English (spoken and written) - Afrikaans essential



Excellent typing skills with high accuracy and speed



Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within a collections / debtors department



Sound knowledge of collections processes, including debtor follow-ups and legal recovery procedures



Strong administrative and organisational skills



Ability to work independently and manage multiple files simultaneously



Professional communication skills when dealing with clients, debtors, and attorneys



Key Responsibilities



Drafting, typing, and formatting legal documents, correspondence, and notices



Managing debtor files and assisting attorneys with collections and debt recovery matters



Following up on outstanding accounts and liaising with debtors professionally



Maintaining accurate records and filing systems (physical and electronic)



Handling telephone and email correspondence with clients, debtors, and third parties



Assisting with court documents and deadlines where applicable



General legal secretarial and administrative duties



Qualifications & Experience



Matric (Grade 12) required



Legal secretarial qualification will be an advantage



Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a legal environment, preferably in collections



Personal Attributes



Highly organised and detail-focused



Reliable, discreet, and professional



Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines



Strong work ethic and positive attitude



Please send your CV to info@viragorecruit.co.za

Location:

Brits, North West



A well-established law firm in Brits is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with strong Afrikaans proficiency and solid knowledge of collections and debtor-related matters. The ideal candidate must be highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced legal environment.



Key Requirements



Fully proficient in Afrikaans and English (spoken and written) - Afrikaans essential



Excellent typing skills with high accuracy and speed



Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably within a collections / debtors department



Sound knowledge of collections processes, including debtor follow-ups and legal recovery procedures



Strong administrative and organisational skills



Ability to work independently and manage multiple files simultaneously



Professional communication skills when dealing with clients, debtors, and attorneys



Key Responsibilities



Drafting, typing, and formatting legal documents, correspondence, and notices



Managing debtor files and assisting attorneys with collections and debt recovery matters



Following up on outstanding accounts and liaising with debtors professionally



Maintaining accurate records and filing systems (physical and electronic)



Handling telephone and email correspondence with clients, debtors, and third parties



Assisting with court documents and deadlines where applicable



General legal secretarial and administrative duties



Qualifications & Experience



Matric (Grade 12) required



Legal secretarial qualification will be an advantage



Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a legal environment, preferably in collections



Personal Attributes



Highly organised and detail-focused



Reliable, discreet, and professional



Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines



Strong work ethic and positive attitude



Please send your CV to info@viragorecruit.co.za



Between 1 - 3 Years