Paralegal / Legal Secretary

Recruiter:

Humankind Group

Job Ref:

HC005336/Andre

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Location:

Sandton, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Legal Secretary / Paralegal – Financial Services
Location: Johannesburg
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary / Paralegal to provide comprehensive legal, secretarial, and administrative support to an in-house legal team. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial services or top-tier law firms and a strong understanding of legal documentation, administration, and stakeholder management.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:
Word Processing & Filing

Type, check, and file legal documentation and correspondence, including complex agreements.
Redline agreements and prepare execution versions.
Prepare organograms, presentations, and other documentation.
Scan, save, and file documentation following established naming conventions.

Legal Administration

Draft and review basic agreements and routine correspondence.
Ensure consistency in legal terminology and document cross-referencing.
Collate and prepare matter/client-related documents and maintain transaction records.
Monitor fulfillment of Conditions Precedent (CPs) and follow up with clients as required.

Invoicing & Collections

Gather and verify FICA information from clients.
Assist Finance with invoice allocations and process expenses.

General Office Support

Answer and screen calls, take messages, schedule meetings.
Take minutes and notes for meetings.
Arrange travel, conferences, catering, and other logistical requirements.
Manage stationery and office supplies.

Teamwork

Support colleagues and maintain collaborative relationships with other PAs and support functions (IT, Finance, HR, Marketing).

Qualifications & Experience:

Paralegal or law-relevant qualification.
5 years’ experience in financial services or top law firms.
Not seeking admitted attorneys.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong secretarial and administrative skills.
Knowledge of legal terminology and document management systems.
Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to manage competing priorities in a challenging environment.
Attention to detail, methodical, precise, and organized.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Basic understanding of FICA requirements.
Respect for confidentiality and ethical standards of the legal profession.

Why Apply:

Join a dynamic in-house legal team.
Work on complex and high-impact financial services projects.
Collaborate with professionals across multiple business areas.

Apply Now:
Submit your CV and cover letter to

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