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Litigation Secretary (4-months contract) Jobs in Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Litigation Secretary (4-months contract)
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa
Recruiter:
Merand Corbett & Associates
Job Ref:
CPT002250/CW
Date posted:
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Location:
Somerset West, South Africa
SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a Temporary Litigation Secretary to provide maternity leave relief for a period of 4 months within a dynamic and professional legal environment. This role offers the opportunity to support legal experts in handling complex litigation matters and delivering high-quality service to clients.
POSITION INFO:
Requirements:
- Matric / National Diploma or equivalent qualification
- Secretarial Diploma / Certificate (preferably legal)
- 5+ years relevant experience as a litigation secretary in a law firm
- Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Lexpro
- Drafting of court documents
- Dictation work
- Attention to detail
- Ability to organise and prioritise, as well as manage diary system
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to show initiative and to be proactive
- Typing of general documents and letters
- Time management
- Workable knowledge of the court process and civil procedure
- Fluent in Afrikaans and English
- Strong spelling and grammar skills
*ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED*