legal secretary corporate

1 day ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Hedz Recruitment Full time

A leading law firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with a strong background in Corporate & Company Law to join their dynamic team. If you're organised, detail-driven, professional, and thrive in a fast-paced legal environment, this role is for you.

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE  Corporate & Company Law Secretary Experience.

Minimum Requirements (Checklist):
  • 3+ years experience as a Legal Secretary
  • Corporate & Company Law legal administration experience ESSENTIAL 

Strong understanding of:

  • Company registrations & amendments
  • CIPC filings & compliance
  • Drafting and formatting corporate resolutions, minutes & agreements
  • Maintaining statutory records & company documentation
  • Experience preparing and managing:
  • MOIs
  • Shareholder agreements
  • Board packs
OTHER
  • Excellent typing, dictation, and document management skills
  • Strong proficiency in MS Office
  • Fluent in Afrikaans and English (written and spoken)
  • High level of professionalism, confidentiality & attention to detail
  • Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise high-volume work
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide full secretarial & administrative support to Corporate/Commercial Attorneys
  • Draft, edit, format, and proofread legal documents
  • Manage statutory documentation for companies and close corporations
  • Perform CIPC submissions and maintain compliance schedules
  • Arrange meetings, prepare board packs, and handle diary management
  • Assist with company formations, amendments, resolutions & director changes
  • Handle correspondence, filing, and document control

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