Litigation Secretary at Sheldon Recruitment

• We are seeking a Litigation Secretary for a permanent role based in East London, Eastern Cape

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

• Grade 12 with good typing skills (Dictaphone) and MS Office ability
• 2 years’ experience in a legal firm in a similar role – exposure to magistrates court, regional court and high court ideal
• Able to work under pressure with accuracy and accountability
• Strong attention to detail and organised with good communication skills
• Ghostpractice experience ideal, but can be trained

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Dictaphone typing
• Managing Attorney diary and making appointments
• Taking phone calls and messages
• Dealing with clients
• Following up on outstanding accounts
• Preparing court documents and letters
• Preparing Bills of Costs and Statements of Account (Legal billing)