Job Description
About the Role
A law firm in Pretoria East is seeking a Junior Legal Cost Consultant to join their team. As a key member of the costs department, you will be responsible for drafting and preparing Bills of Costs for taxation, as well as serving documents on relevant parties.
Key Responsibilities
- Drafting and preparing Bills of Costs for taxation
- Drafting legal notices, including Notices of Intention to Tax, Notices of Set Down, Notices of Intention to Oppose, Consents to Taxation, and Notices of Withdrawal
- Serving Bills of Costs and related documents on relevant parties, either electronically, by hand, or via sheriff
- Calculating dies and monitoring deadlines in accordance with court rules
- Applying for taxation dates through court systems and relevant court platforms
- Preparing and collating documentation to ensure matters are ready for taxation
- Opening new files and maintaining accurate file administration
- Drafting VAT invoices and account statements for clients
- Managing correspondence, follow-ups, telephone queries, and general client communication
- Compiling reports on Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
- Maintaining filing systems and ensuring all documentation is accurately recorded
- Assisting with general legal administrative duties related to costs matters
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant legal qualification or studying towards a legal qualification
- Previous exposure to legal costs, taxation, litigation, or legal administration will be advantageous
- Strong administrative and organisational skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines
- Good communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
Salary & Benefits
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About Other Legal Jobs in Gauteng
In the Gauteng province, the legal profession is a common career path for individuals seeking a challenging and rewarding role. Generally, this field is expected to continue growing in demand as companies require more skilled professionals to navigate complex regulatory environments.
Typically, salaries for legal positions in Gauteng vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. While it’s difficult to provide an exact salary range, broad estimates suggest that junior legal professionals can expect to earn between R400 000 to R700 000 per annum, while senior roles may fetch upwards of R1 million to R2.5 million per year. However, these figures are subject to significant variation and should be taken as rough estimates.
Common skills required for careers in the legal profession include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and writing skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of laws and regulations. Other essential skills often include project management, time management, and collaboration with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is also highly valued.
The legal profession is often employed by various industries, including financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and government institutions. In these sectors, lawyers play a critical role in advising on regulatory compliance, drafting contracts and agreements, and providing counsel on complex business matters.
Career development opportunities are abundant for those pursuing careers in the legal profession. Typically, junior lawyers can expect to progress to more senior roles within 5-10 years of experience, with potential specializations in areas such as corporate law, intellectual property law, or labor law. With experience and further education, professionals may also consider entering academia, entrepreneurship, or leadership positions.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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