Pretoria: Personal Assistant posted by People Dimension

About the Role

A Leading Legal Firm in Arcadia is seeking a highly skilled Personal Assistant to support the CEO in executing the firm’s daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
• Screen and prioritize phone calls, emails, and correspondence on behalf of the CEO.
• Draft and proofread legal and business correspondence with high accuracy and professionalism.
• Relay messages clearly and professionally with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Manage the CEO’s calendar, scheduling meetings, court appearances, and appointments efficiently.
• Ensure all deadlines, events, and commitments are logged and reminded in advance.
• Coordinate travel itineraries, accommodation, and transport for legal conferences or business trips.
• Take dictation and transcribe legal documents, reports, letters, and memoranda accurately.
• Maintain confidential files, records, and databases (both physical and digital).
• Format, proofread, and prepare legal documents and case files for court and client meetings.
• Prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items from executive meetings.
• Ensure the CEO is well-prepared with case files, background documents, and briefing materials.
• Attend key meetings and draft concise summaries or decision logs when necessary.
• Liaise with clients, attorneys, courts, and government departments in a professional manner.
• Order office supplies and manage small budgets related to executive operations.
• Represent the CEO professionally in all interactions (whether in person, telephonic, or written).
• Ensure professional standards are upheld in the CEO’s engagements and commitments.
• Maintain a poised and confident demeanor while working under pressure or tight deadlines.

Requirements

• Experience: At least 4 years experience as a PA, Legal Secretary, or Executive Assistant in a legal or professional services environment.
• Skills:
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding organisational and time-management skills
• Strong dictation and transcription abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal document formatting
• Ability to work independently with discretion and confidentiality

Qualifications

• Formal education/certification: None mentioned.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary details not specified.