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Legal Administrator

Remote Recruitment

Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Legal Administrator to support a UK-based employer with legal documentation, compliance tasks, and administrative support across the legal function. This role is ideal for a South African professional who is organised, proactive, and confident working with UK teams remotely.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and support the preparation, formatting, and filing of legal documents and contracts
  • Handle correspondence with clients, courts, and third parties on behalf of the legal team
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders across time zones
  • Maintain accurate records of case files, deadlines, compliance registers, and legal correspondence
  • Use relevant tools such as document management systems, Microsoft Office, and e-signature platforms
  • Support the wider team with research, regulatory filings, and meeting preparation
  • Identify opportunities to improve document workflows and legal administrative processes
Qualifications and Experience
  • 2+ years of experience in legal administration, paralegal work, or a related field
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple legal tasks and deadlines simultaneously
  • Proficient in document management systems and Microsoft Office
  • Able to work independently and manage your own time effectively
  • High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
  • Experience working with UK-based legal environments or employers is advantageous
  • Must have a reliable laptop, stable internet connection, and a quiet working environment

Salary: R28,000/month 100% Remote

About This Role

Career insights for Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants positions

Salary Benchmark
R15,317/month
R12,213 to R20,849/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Reading Comprehension Writing Speaking Time Management
Common Technologies
QuickBooks Online Intuit QuickBooks Sage Business Cloud Accounting Dropbox Microsoft SQL Server Electronic adjudication management systems EAM LexisNexis Time Matters AbacusNext HotDocs

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