About this role
Junior Legal Office/ Legal Administrative Assistant
Afconrecruit Limited is a company that provides solutions to improve the quality and output of the work transaction for both Employers and Employees.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, format, review, and maintain legal documents, letters, agreements, contracts, and reports.
- Assist with legal research and the preparation of legal briefs and summaries under appropriate supervision.
- Support the preparation and review of employment contracts, service agreements, business proposals, and other corporate documents.
- Maintain an organised filing system for legal records, contracts, and company documentation.
- Assist with corporate compliance, regulatory documentation, and statutory filing requirements.
- Monitor contract renewal dates, deadlines, appointments, and other important legal timelines.
- Support the legal team in liaising with clients, external solicitors, regulatory bodies, and business partners.
- Provide administrative support for meetings, correspondence, and legal documentation.
- Handle confidential company and client information with the highest level of professionalism and integrity.
Requirements
- A degree in Law (LL.B.) is preferred for candidates pursuing the Legal Officer or Legal Associate track.
- Call to Bar qualification is an advantage for legal practice-related responsibilities.
- Candidates with relevant legal secretarial training or administrative experience may also be considered.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and digital document management.
- Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and time management.
- High level of integrity, discretion, professionalism, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision while collaborating with other team members.