Temporary Litigation Secretary

About the role

Our client, a leading law firm, is seeking an experienced Litigation Secretary on a three‑month fixed‑term basis in Stellenbosch. The role provides high‑level administrative support to attorneys handling complex court matters and requires immediate availability.

Key responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to attorneys, including diary management and meeting coordination.
• Draft, format and prepare legal correspondence, notices, pleadings and court documents.
• Manage litigation files, maintain accurate records and monitor court dates, deadlines and diary commitments.
• Liaise with clients, advocates, sheriffs, court officials and other stakeholders.
• Attend to court filings, ensure compliance with court rules and prepare legal bundles for proceedings.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and ensure timely completion of all administrative duties.

Required profile

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience as a Litigation Secretary within a law‑firm environment.
• Strong knowledge of High Court and Magistrates’ Court procedures and litigation documentation.
• Excellent typing, drafting, organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Professional, reliable, proactive attitude and ability to work under pressure.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with legal practice management systems.