Senior Legal Administrative Assistant / Paralegal

SUMMARY:
Senior Legal Administrative Assistant / Paralegal
Based in Sandton, Gauteng 

About the Position
An established law firm is seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Legal Administrative Assistant / Paralegal to provide comprehensive administrative, secretarial and legal support.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Director, providing direct support with daily administrative requirements, legal documentation and correspondence.

The ideal candidate must have excellent dictation and transcription skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced legal environment.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Working closely with the Director, providing direct administrative support. Taking dictation and accurately transcribing correspondence, legal documents, pleadings and other documentation. Typing 75 words per minute minimum. Preparing, drafting and formatting legal correspondence and documentation. Assisting with the preparation and administration of legal and court-related documentation. Conducting general legal administration and following up on outstanding matters. Monitoring deadlines and ensuring documentation is completed accurately and timeously. Handling confidential client information with discretion and professionalism. Qualifications Paralegal Certificate, Diploma in Law, or relevant Legal Secretarial qualification. Experience Minimum of 3 to 5 years of proven experience as a Paralegal, Litigation Secretary, or Executive Assistant within a law firm. Solid understanding of South African court procedures (Magistrate's and High Court rules and filing practices). Minimum Requirements Previous experience as a Senior Legal Secretary, Legal Personal Assistant, Paralegal or Legal Administrative Assistant within a law firm. Strong dictation and transcription experience is essential. Excellent English written and verbal communication skills. Good knowledge of legal terminology and document preparation. Strong MS Office skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Outlook. Excellent organisational, administrative and time-management abilities. Ability to work independently, anticipate requirements and manage multiple priorities. High attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will be professional, proactive, highly organised and able to work closely with the Director, providing reliable and efficient support. They must be confident handling dictation, preparing legal documentation and managing the day-to-day administrative requirements of a busy legal practice. Willing to work over weekends if need be.