LEGAL PRACTICE OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

SUMMARY:
A well-established law firm in Bedfordview is seeking a highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented Legal Practice / Office Administrator to oversee the smooth running of the practice.

POSITION INFO:
LEGAL PRACTICE OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR Location: Bedfordview, Johannesburg Employment Type: Full-time Salary: R13,500 - R17,500 per month, depending on experience and qualifications ABOUT THE ROLE A well-established law firm in Bedfordview is seeking a highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented Legal Practice \/ Office Administrator to oversee the smooth running of the practice. The successful candidate will provide legal administration, client accounts\/debtors, office management and general administrative support , working closely with attorneys, clients, suppliers and external legal service providers. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Dictation typing and preparation of legal correspondence and documents Maintaining physical and electronic legal files and documentation Assisting attorneys with general legal administration Liaising with sheriffs, advocates, correspondent attorneys and other service providers Processing sheriff invoices, returns of service and advocate fee journals Managing debtor age analysis and following up on outstanding client accounts Preparing invoices, statements and remittances Handling client account queries and VAT-related queries Managing office supplies, suppliers, creditors and general office requirements Coordinating parking, building, telephone, fibre, internet and IT-related matters Managing incoming calls, emails and routine client enquiries Following up on outstanding administrative and operational matters REQUIREMENTS The ideal candidate will: Have previous legal practice \/ legal office administration experience Be highly organised with excellent attention to detail Have strong written and verbal communication skills Be confident dealing with clients and external service providers Have experience with debtors, invoices and financial administration Be proactive, reliable and able to work independently Be professional and discreet when handling confidential information Have strong problem-solving and follow-through skills We are looking for a hands-on, proactive individual who takes ownership and ensures that matters are followed through to completion.