Legal Assistant – Debt Recovery at Nimble Group

Job Purpose

• The Legal Assistant – Debt Recovery provides key support to the Internal Attorney by assisting with drafting, legal research, external liaison, and administrative tasks. This role is central to ensuring efficient case management, compliance, and the smooth functioning of the legal department.

Key Performance Areas

• Document Drafting & Review
• Draft, review, and proofread legal documents such as Section 129 Letters, Letters of Demand, Acknowledgements of Liability, Simple Summonses, and correspondence.
• Research & Case Support
• Conduct basic legal research and compile relevant information for case preparation.
• Maintain and update digital case files and supporting documentation.

Administration & Reporting

• Upload and manage case documentation across internal platforms.
• Prepare and submit weekly Excel-based reports on active cases.
• Support the Internal Attorney with ad hoc legal tasks.
• External Liaison
• Communicate with external service providers (Attorneys, Tracing Agents, etc.) on behalf of the Internal Attorney.
• Uphold confidentiality and compliance with POPIA at all times.
• Living the Nimble Values
• Positive Impact: Contribute positively to your team and colleagues.
• Get it Done: Take ownership of tasks and deliver results on time.
• Find Better Ways: Continuously improve processes and efficiency.
• Do the Right Thing: Uphold ethical and professional standards.
• Who We’re Looking For
• A motivated individual with strong organisational skills and attention to detail, who thrives in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.

What You Need

• Education:
• Matric / Grade 12 (essential).
• Legal Secretary or Paralegal Diploma/Certificate (advantageous).

Experience:

• 1–3 years’ experience in a legal support role.
• Prior exposure to debt collection or litigation (preferred).

Skills:

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Knowledge of legal processes, terminology, and documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Team-oriented with a proactive and solution-driven mindset.

What You’ll Get

• A role where your work makes a real impact in a growing business.
• Exposure to the legal collections environment with hands-on learning.
• A values-driven culture where collaboration and accountability are key.
• Opportunities to expand your legal career within the Nimble Group.