Key Facts

Remote From:

Africa

Full time

English

Hard Skills

Care Management Digital File Management System Administration Client Services Project Collaboration

Other Skills

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Microsoft Office
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Social Skills
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Time Management
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Communication

Roles & Responsibilities

Proven experience as a Legal Secretary
Experience in personal injury or RAF claims
Strong English grammar skills
Excellent audio typing skills (minimum 65 wpm)
Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office

Requirements:

Transcribe and action dictations
Draft legal letters and pleadings
Prepare court bundles for claims
Communicate with clients and barristers
Schedule appointments and manage timelines
Log activity in Proclaim system

Remote Choice

About Remote Choice

Remote Choice is a recruitment organisation that helps businesses hire qualified staff based out in South Africa. We understand that finding the right employees for your business can be difficult, which is why we offer a bespoke service that takes care of everything for you. From sourcing candidates to conducting interviews, we'll make sure you find the perfect remote worker for your company. With years of experience in the industry, Remote Choice is the first choice for businesses to make sure they find the perfect match for each and every position. As you may know, businesses have been outsourcing more and more to South Africa in recent years, drawn by the country's large pool of talented professionals and the ever-changing view of remote working. Remote Choice are able to provide businesses with the staff they need at a fraction of the cost of hiring through your more traditional routes. Due to our extensive network in South Africa, we are able to find candidates with the right skills and experience for your requirements.

Founded: 2018

Company size: 2 - 10

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Job description

Our client is currently recruiting an experienced Legal Secretary to join their high-performing legal support team. This role is ideal for someone based in Cape Town with a background in personal injury law.

Requirements

Your Core Responsibilities

Audio & Digital Typing: Transcribe and action dictations efficiently using legal templates and internal case systems.
Document Production: Draft legal letters, compile pleadings, and prepare court bundles for personal injury and RAF-related claims.
Client Interaction: Communicate clearly and empathetically with claimants, barristers, and other third parties via email and telephone.
Case Administration: Schedule appointments, organise meetings and conference calls, and manage timelines and case milestones.
System Management: Log activity and maintain up-to-date records in the Proclaim case management system.
Team Collaboration: Work within a centralised team of secretaries supporting each other to meet deadlines and ensure high-quality output

Essential Skills & Experience:

Based in Cape Town, with a stable remote working setup
Proven experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally in personal injury or RAF-type claims
Strong grasp of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
Excellent audio typing skills (minimum 65 wpm)
Friendly and professional telephone manner with strong interpersonal skills
Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office and general digital tools
Ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment