Established Law Firm based in Tyger Waterfront, Bellville seeks to employ a Receptionist (who will also have administrative istant duties) on a permanent basis from 1 October 2023.

This role is the first point of contact for clients and visitors and requires a well-groomed, confident, professional and personable personality who is proficient in English and Afrikaans (being the primary languages of our clients). The incumbent must also be detail-oriented, trustworthy, adaptable, a willing leaner, a self-starter and be punctual with reliable transport. Working hours will be Mondays to Fridays from 08h30 to 17h00.

Duties include: servicing of switchboard and other telephonic communication, email correspondence with clients and others, greeting of clients and visitors, refreshments for the boardroom, sending and receiving packages/documents, drafting of memos to court messengers, typing of other standard documents (e.g. letters to sheriff), opening and closing of client files,  stock keeping and ordering of stationery and toner printer cartridges, making of copies, filing of documents and diarising of files, invoicing (data-capturing) and administration.

Further requirements/desirable skills: Matric/grade 12 (additional education advantageous), computer literate, no criminal record, some experience as a receptionist and/or working in a position which included some of the above duties (previous work for a law firm not a specific requirement – you will receive some training regarding our operations and the position).

CVs can be sent to leonore@vaughanulyate.co.za. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of sending your CV, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The closing date is 22 September 2023, however, we reserve our right to close applications and/or to appoint a candidate prior to the latter date.