Paralegal-2

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa FirstRand Full time

Job Description

Dear Future, Paralegal

The role requires you to ensure efficient and effective support to the Legal Department for maximum output in the delivery of legal services and to act as an intermediary between the Legal Team and Internal / External contacts. To undertake legal work including preparation of first drafts and first legal review of standard agreements for Legal Advisors and Legal Heads

Are you someone who can:

- Increases operational efficiency and suggestion of solutions which will enhance cost effectiveness.
- Efficient and effective query response and delivery of duties that is accurate and timeous.
- Delivery of tasks within agreed processes, timelines, and operating standards.
- Performance of administrative functions in support of the Legal function, with a focus on handling claims, actioning invoicing, drafting of repudiation letters, and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of all claims-related processes.
- Comply with governance in terms of legislative and audit requirements.
- Maintenance of a comprehensive and up to date document library. Provision of support to Legal team to source required documentation.
- Ensure all SLAs are managed accordingly and conduct spot checks on your claims to ensure that the attorneys are servicing clients accordingly by maintaining up-to-date records of all claims, including status updates, deadlines, and resolutions.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented individual
- Manage personal development to increase own skills and competencies.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Have Matric and Legal Secretarial Diploma or Paralegal qualification.
- 2 - 4 years relevant experience in Legal administration in a law firm, legal department, or legal insurance.
- Have the above experience in Civil Law, Family Law, Labour Law, and Criminal Law.
- Have experience with processing bill of costs
- Familiarise themselves with Law on Call and the service the product provides to customers.
- Proficient in legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.
- Have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Can prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively.

You will have access to:

- Opportunities to network and collaborate
- A challenging working environment that is progressive and agile
- Opportunities to innovate where iniative is taken and owned end to end

We can be a match if you are:

- Adaptable and curious
- Analyse complex data sets
- Thrive in a collaborative environment

Note: This job description outlines the primary duties and qualifications for the Paralegal Secretary position. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed, and the duties outlined above may be modified to accommodate evolving business needs.

Job Details

25/10/24


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