Job Description
About the Role
A well-established law firm based in Musgrave, Durban is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support one of the firm’s Directors in a litigation-focused practice. This role is ideal for a proactive, highly organised individual who takes pride in accuracy, client service, and meeting deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing full secretarial support to a Director (litigation-focused)
- Dictaphone typing of legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings
- Drafting and preparing litigation documents including affidavits, warrants of execution, notices, and related documentation
- Managing the Director’s diary, deadlines, and follow-ups
- General legal administration and file management
- Ensuring all work is checked carefully for accuracy before submission
- Following up on matters proactively using established procedures
- Handling incoming calls from time to time in a professional, polite, and client-focused manner
- Liaising with clients in a courteous and helpful manner
- Using initiative to ensure matters are progressed efficiently
- Meeting strict legal deadlines consistently
Requirements
- 4–5 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary (litigation experience essential)
- Strong dictaphone typing skills
- Solid understanding of basic litigation procedures
- High attention to detail with excellent proofreading ability
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
- Confident and professional client communication skills
- Ability to work well in a small firm environment
Qualifications
None mentioned.
Salary & Benefits
R12 000 – R15 000 per month (based on experience)
How to Apply
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About Legal Jobs in eThekwini
The legal profession is a vital part of the eThekwini job market, offering a wide range of career opportunities for those interested in law and justice. Typically, this field involves working in industries such as financial services sector, technology industry, and government sectors, where companies require lawyers to advise on contractual matters, regulatory compliance, and disputes.
Generally, salaries for legal positions in eThekwini vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. While it is difficult to provide an exact salary range due to the variations mentioned above, common broad ranges include R500 000 – R1,5 million per annum for junior positions, while more senior roles can fetch salaries between R1,5 million – R3,5 million per annum. However, please note that these are very general estimates and actual salaries may differ.
Common skills required for legal positions in eThekwini include strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proficiency in written and verbal English, knowledge of the South African Constitution and legislation, and experience with case management software. Additionally, understanding of international law is often beneficial, as well as experience working in a team environment.
Industries that commonly employ legal professionals include financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and government sectors. These industries require lawyers to advise on matters such as contract drafting, regulatory compliance, intellectual property protection, and employment law.
Career development opportunities for those interested in the legal profession are numerous. Typically, junior lawyers start their careers as trainees or articled students before moving into senior roles. With experience, they may choose to specialize in a particular area of law, such as corporate law or labor law. Others may pursue further education, earning a postgraduate degree in law, and then join the legal profession as a practicing attorney.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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