Legal Assistant at Scorpion Legal Protection, Nelspruit

Legal Assistant at Scorpion Legal Protection, Nelspruit

Legal Assistant

Location: Nelspruit Branch, South Africa

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About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and skilled Legal Assistant to join our team in Nelspruit. This vital role supports the Branch Manager and the legal advisors by ensuring efficient file management, seamless client communication, and overall administrative excellence within the branch.

Key Responsibilities

The Legal Assistant will be primarily responsible for the execution of critical administrative and client-facing duties:

• Client Consultation & Support: Attend to clients, providing basic legal advice and direct assistance.
• File Management: Maintain and regularly update all case files, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Correspondence Management: Handle all incoming and outgoing legal correspondence for the legal advisors (despatch).
• Client Feedback: Ensure clients receive regular and timely updates and feedback on their matters.
• General Administration: Attend to various administrative tasks essential for the smooth operation of legal matters.

Working Hours

• Standard: Monday to Friday, 08h00 – 16h30
• Alternate: Alternate Saturdays, 09h00 – 12h30

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

• Education: Must possess a Matric Certificate AND a National Certificate/Diploma in Paralegal Studies (or equivalent).
  • (Internal applicants may qualify with MENU 1 completion).
• Experience: At least 1 year of practical experience in a professional legal environment.
• For Legal Interns: Must have completed a minimum of 6 months of a legal internship, accompanied by a signed-off Proof of Experience (POE) and completion of all core legal trainings.

Essential Competencies

• Knowledge: Professional and Product knowledge specific to the legal industry.
• Skills: High level of Accuracy, strong Administrative skills, excellent Verbal and Written Communication, and proven Computer Literacy.
• Personal Attributes: Demonstrated Integrity and a strong Customer Service Orientation.
• Core Competencies: Exceptional Attention to Detail and robust Planning and Organising Skills.

Application and Contact Details

Salary Grade: PASS1 (Market Related)

To Apply: Submit your updated CV, clearly quoting the Reference Number: SLP078/25.

Contact Person: Thembi

Email: recruitment@scorpion.biz

Employment Equity and Privacy

• Employment Equity (EE) Position: Yes. The company is committed to promoting equity in line with our Employment Equity Plan. Please indicate your race, gender, and disability status on your application to facilitate this process.
• Note: The employment of family relatives is strictly prohibited.
• Feedback: If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• Privacy: Scorpion Legal Protection is committed to protecting your privacy. Your information will be used lawfully, securely, and transparently for recruitment purposes only.