Legal Secretary; Personal Injury Firm

Remote, South Africa | Posted on 06/10/2026

Legal Secretary (Personal Injury Firm) – Cape Town-Based

Our UK-based client is growing their Legal Secretary team and is looking for talented individuals in Cape Town to join them remotely. This is an exciting opportunity to work with an established UK personal injury firm.

If you’re a detail-driven legal secretary who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and being a key support to multiple stakeholders, this role offers both structure and variety.

You’ll provide essential remote support to UK-based Fee Earners, helping keep their caseloads running efficiently and professionally. Your responsibilities will include:

• Producing high-quality documents through audio and digital dictation
• Preparing, formatting, and proofreading legal correspondence and documents
• Managing communications with clients, courts, and counsel via email and telephone
• Coordinating diaries, scheduling meetings, and organising appointments
• Assisting with court bundles, legal schedules, and case documentation
• Tracking and reporting on your work output on a monthly basis

• Work remotely while being part of a collaborative, supportive team
• Gain exposure to a UK legal environment and international best practices
• A fast-paced role that offers variety and responsibility

• Previous experience as a Legal Secretary (personal injury experience required)
• Strong dicta phone typing skills with excellent accuracy and speed
• Clear and professional English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and formatting skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across several Fee Earners
• Comfortable using legal systems and digital tools
• A reliable internet connection and a professional home working setup
• Must be based in Cape Town, South Africa