Junior Legal Secretary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Junior Legal Secretary to provide administrative and secretarial support within a busy legal environment. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 3 years of relevant experience and a working understanding of debt collection processes. This role requires strong administrative capability, accuracy, and the ability to manage deadlines effectively. The candidate should have good communication skills, professional telephone etiquette, and the ability to work both independently and within a team are essential.

• Provide secretarial and administrative support to attorneys.
• Manage debt collection files, including follow-ups and status tracking.
• Liaise with clients, courts and relevant third parties.
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical filing systems.
• Manage diaries, appointments and deadlines.
• Capture and update data on relevant legal systems.
• Assist with general office administration as required.

• 2 to 3 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary.
• Experience in Debt Collections.
• Strong administrative background.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
• Experience drafting basic legal documents, including:
  Summonses, Notices, Default judgment applications
• Legal Secretarial Diploma or relevant legal qualification will be advantageous.
• 1 to 2 years’ experience in a debt collection and/or litigation environment.
• Working knowledge of Magistrates’ Court and High Court procedures.

• Experience working with AJS & Excalibur software.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Professional communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Accuracy and confidentiality in handling legal matters.

Kindly send your CV through to with the title "Junior Legal Secretary".

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Please ensure that all necessary documents (Certificates, .) are included in your application as applications with missing documents will not be considered.