LITIGATION SECRETARY– Randburg

Permanent, full time position
Location: Randburg, North West Johannesburg
Salary: R12 000 – R20 000

At least 8 years legal (preferably litigation and/or commercial) experience (experience in matrimonial matters - such as divorces, etc. – will be advantageous);
Good legal knowledge and understanding of legal terminology;
Efficient and accurate typing of various documents;
Typing speed: min 70 wpm – both dictation typing and typing of hand-written letters, pleadings, agreements and/or other documents;
Experience with and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word – must have the ability to format documents with automatic numbering and spacing (ability to work with Styles, Track-Changes, Comments, automatic cross-referencing and other advanced Microsoft Word functions will be advantageous);
Grammar and spelling (both Afrikaans and English) must be above average;
Must be able to work independently, work under pressure and work for 2 attorneys from time to time;
Own initiative, management skills and an organizer;
Fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English);
Good telephone etiquette;
Ability to manage diaries effectively;
Experience with capturing fees and Invoicing/Drawing of Accounts – Knowledge of/experience with GhostPractice will be advantageous;
Managing filing clerk and articled clerks;
Ability to prioritise and co-ordinate work;
Own transport.