Legal Assistant at Primedia Group

PURPOSE STATEMENT

• To provide administrative support to the Legal Manager/Legal Department, ensuring efficient operation through a range of tasks related to the company, Legal and Administrative procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE FORMAL EDUCATION 

•  Matric
•  Computer Literacy

TECHNICAL/PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

•  Relevant Diploma and/or Certificate in a Paralegal and/or Legal Secretarial study preferred.

EXPERIENCE

•  At least 8-10 years proven experience as a Legal Administrator/Secretary or similar role.
•  Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols.
•  Experience with legal document preparation and reporting.
•  Proficiency in MS Office
•  Strong organizational and time-management skills.
•  Excellent written and oral communication skills.
•  Excellent command of the English language.
•  Attention to detail.

COMPETENCIES KNOWLEDGE

•  Understanding of legal terminology and documentation.
•  Familiarity with contract drafting and rights management

SKILLS

•  Proficient typing skills
•  Efficient in managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
•  Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
•  High level of organizational and planning skills.
•  Excellent presentation and computer skills.
•  Must be able to work independently.

JOB ATTRIBUTES

•  High attention to detail.
•  Maintains confidentiality.
•  Team-oriented and resilient.
•  Professional and ethical integrity.

OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

•  Willingness to work extended hours as required.
•  Investigative orientation.
•  Willingness to travel.
•  Possession of a valid driver’s license.

MAIN OUTPUTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Legal Documentation Management

•  Provide administrative support in preparing, typing and managing legal and other documents as
• requested from time to time, while maintaining meticulous legal files.
•  Ensure all documentation complies with the relevant regulatory frameworks.
•  Provide strong administrative support in evaluating and drafting legal agreements and other documents as required.
•  Maintain and update the legal documentation system and database consistently.
•  Coordinate responses to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring accurate and timely communication.

Litigation & Risk Support

•  Assist with coordinating litigation matters as required.
•  Support the legal team in monitoring and reporting on potential legal risks.

Administrative Support for Tenders

•  Assist in the compilation and submission of tender documents.
•  Provide administrative support in contract management and monitor contractual compliance.

Legal Reporting

•  Assist in ensuring that Legal reports are compiled & submitted monthly.

Values

•  Demonstrate consistent adherence to company values.