Reference: DUR003047-SN-1 Our client, a prestigious and long standing law firm, is looking for an individual who will execute a variety of secretarial duties of a confidential nature within the Employment Law Department. These tasks will include working with attorneys, paralegals, and other members of the firm with a series of administrative functions. The candidate will essentially have effective time management and organisational skills, coupled with strong detail orientation. Requirements: Matric essential. Paralegal / Legal Secretarial qualification. Minimum of 3-5 years' experience as a legal secretary within a law firm. Thorough knowledge, understanding and experience in employment law. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of CMS / Adarant. Knowledge of FICA and Billback. Responsibilities: Maintain Partner and Legal Professionals' diaries including the coordinating and liaising with relevant parties with regards to meetings. Prepare all documentation for appointments and travel arrangements. File, organise and maintain documents, case files and law libraries. Open and close off legal files in accordance with the firm's policies and procedures. Organise and maintain legal files in accordance with the firm's policies and procedures. Assist in handling legal administration requirements. Assist in the preparation and processing of legal documents. Print all correspondence, pleadings and documents and file same. Ensure documents dispatched are accurate. Liaise with messenger/ driver. General office administration and management. Dictation typing. Follow up with clients regarding payments and keep a log of all client contact. Compile and submit weekly outstanding reports (payments from client and report to accounts department once a week). Ensure compliance with FICA. Complete time sheets and capture time on CMS/Adarant. Keep track of attorney time records and billing. Monthly invoicing in accordance with Firm's policies and procedures. Skills and Competencies: Communicate effectively both verbally and written. Work with speed and accuracy. Ability to anticipate and plan. Honesty, reliability, and punctuality. Ability to work under pressure. Well organised and conscientious. Promote collaboration across functional and geographical boundaries. Ability to take initiative. Customer focussed. Team player. R22 000.0 per month (cost to company) - negotiable Apply Now

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