Legal Secretary / Paralegal – Insurance Litigation

About the role

This position supports insurance litigation teams by managing motor vehicle accident claims from instruction through to finalisation. The role is based in Sandton and requires strong drafting, organisational and communication abilities.

Key responsibilities

• Manage insurance litigation files, ensuring all deadlines and prescription periods are met.
• Draft legal correspondence, pleadings, notices, affidavits and other court documents.
• Liaise with clients, insurers, brokers, experts, assessors, attorneys, advocates and court officials.
• Obtain and analyse accident reports, witness statements, repair quotations and insurance documentation.
• Prepare trial bundles, briefing files and arrange consultations with witnesses and experts.
• Attend court, taxation and pre‑trial conferences as required.
• Assist with recoveries, subrogated claims, repudiations and settlement negotiations.
• Support monthly reporting, billing, recoveries and file audits.

Required profile

• Paralegal qualification or equivalent legal qualification.
• Minimum 2 years experience in motor vehicle insurance litigation.
• Knowledge of Magistrates' Courts Rules and Uniform Rules of Court.
• Experience acting for insurers in third‑party liability, recovery and property damage claims.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with litigation case management systems.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range of R15 000 – R20 000.
• Opportunity to work on diverse insurance litigation matters.
• Professional development within a reputable legal services environment.