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Company Secretary Legal Administrator – Johannesburg.
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Paralegal / Legal Assistant to the Company Secretary to join our client on a 12-month contract basis. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting their legal department and assisting with company secretarial duties.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and managing legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and corporate governance documents.
- Conduct legal research and analysis on various matters, providing summaries and recommendations to the legal team.
- Maintain corporate records, including minutes, resolutions, and statutory registers.
- Assist in the preparation of board meeting agendas, minutes, and board packs.
- Coordinate and facilitate the execution of legal documents and agreements.
- Support compliance efforts by ensuring adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
- Assist in liaising with external counsel, clients, and regulatory authorities as necessary.
- Handle administrative tasks, such as scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and organizing files.
- Diary management for all affiliates AGM, Board Meeting, Audit and Risk Meetings.
Required Education, Skills & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Paralegal Studies, Business Administration, or related field / or having nearly completed (B Proc or LLB).
- Related compliance, risk or governance qualification or certification.
- Project management experience.
- At least 2 (two) year’s post-qualification experience or 5 years of experience in similar role.
- Previous experience working as a paralegal or company secretary preferred.
- Strong understanding of corporate law and company secretarial practices.
- Excellent drafting and writing skills, with keen attention to detail.
- Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage workload efficiently, and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Team player with a proactive and positive attitude.