Banking Litigation Secretary

Banking Litigation Secretary

Recruiter

ARCS

Job Ref

PTA001446/TM

Date posted

Thursday, July 30, 2026

Location

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary

28000.00 Monthly

SUMMARY

Litigation Secretary – Banking Litigation

Location: Cape Town CBD

Employment Type: Permanent

Work Arrangement: On-site

Salary: R30,000 – R33,000 CTC per month

Availability: Candidates who can start immediately will be advantageous.

Introduction

A well-established professional services environment is seeking an experienced

Litigation Secretary to provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support within a busy litigation practice, with a particular focus on banking litigation.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a litigation secretarial role, be highly organised and detail-oriented, and have a sound understanding of litigation processes and documentation. The position is permanent and office-based in Cape Town CBD, with an opportunity for an experienced candidate who is available to start immediately.

POSITION INFO

Duties & Responsibilities Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to attorneys within the litigation department. Manage and maintain litigation files, ensuring all documentation is accurately filed and up to date. Draft, format, prepare and proofread legal correspondence, pleadings, notices, affidavits and other litigation-related documentation. Assist with the preparation and filing of court documents and ensure compliance with relevant procedural requirements and deadlines. Liaise with clients, counsel, advocates, sheriffs, courts and other relevant parties as required. Manage attorney diaries, appointments, meetings and court-related schedules. Monitor litigation deadlines, court dates and key dates, ensuring attorneys are alerted timeously. Assist with the preparation of court bundles, trial documentation and other materials required for litigation matters. Handle electronic and physical filing systems and maintain accurate records. Conduct basic administrative follow-ups relating to litigation matters. Assist with billing, invoicing and time-recording processes where required. Provide general administrative support to the litigation team. Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when dealing with sensitive client and legal information. Support attorneys with a portfolio of general litigation matters, with particular exposure to banking litigation. Requirements Minimum 5 years' experience as a Litigation Secretary . Proven experience within a legal environment, preferably supporting attorneys in general litigation. Banking litigation experience or exposure will be highly advantageous. Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, terminology and documentation. Familiarity with court processes, filing requirements and legal deadlines. Excellent typing, formatting and document preparation skills. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office , particularly Word and Outlook. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple matters and deadlines simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Professional and confident communication with clients, attorneys, counsel and external stakeholders. Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a legal team. High level of discretion and confidentiality. Candidates who are immediately available will be advantageous.