Senior Litigation Secretary

SUMMARY:
Senior Litigation Secretary

POSITION INFO:

Our client is a well-established firm of Attorneys based in Stellenbosch. They are seeking a senior Litigation Secretary with at least 10 years’ experience to join their team.

The successful candidate will provide high-level administrative and industry support to attorneys in handling civil litigation matters, with a primary focus on High Court cases and Magistrate Court proceedings. The role requires a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive professional who is well-versed in the day-to-day operations of a busy legal practice.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 10 years’ experience as a litigation secretary in a law firm
• The ability to draft and prepare High Court and Magistrates’ Court documents
• Knowledge of the court processes in the High Court and Magistrates’ Court
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive documents
• Outstanding communication both verbal and written
• Quick and accurate typing skills
• Bilingual (Proficient in Afrikaans and English)
• Expert in MS Office
• Experienced in LegalSuite
• Good attention to detail
• Always be proactive
• Be organized and able to prioritise important tasks
• Efficient with good time management skills
• The ability to work independently
• To assist with billing, filing, and other administrative tasks related to litigation cases

Start Date:           1 July 2025

Location:              Stellenbosch

Consultant:          Carole Dreyer

Email:                  CVS