Receptionist / Secretary – Law Firm (Pretoria)

About the role

Our client, an established law firm founded in 1996, is looking for a professional Receptionist Secretary to be the first point of contact for clients and visitors at its Brooklyn office in Pretoria. The role combines front‑office duties with administrative support for attorneys and candidate attorneys.

Key responsibilities

• Welcome clients and visitors in a professional manner.
• Answer, screen and redirect telephone calls; handle general inquiries via phone and email.
• Type and prepare legal documents such as pleadings, affidavits, notices and letters.
• Manage litigation files, especially in general civil litigation, and file court documents.
• Coordinate the practice’s calendar, meetings and court dates.
• Order office supplies, arrange courier services and handle deliveries.
• Maintain both physical and digital filing systems.
• Communicate and follow up with courts, clerks and clients.
• Draft cost accounts and, where required, tax accounts while maintaining confidentiality.

Required profile

• Matric certificate.
• Valid driver’s licence and own vehicle.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar administrative or legal support role.

Required skills

• Cost accounting.
• Taxation.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a reputable law firm with diverse legal practice areas.
• Professional development within the legal sector.