Work-Force
Whether you are a seasoned Litigation Secretary or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Bela-Bela. The team hires on merit and across communities in Limpopo.
Overview
This Litigation Secretary role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Bela-Bela. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the legal and security jobs pipeline across Limpopo.
Day-to-day, the role balances focused delivery with the kind of collaboration that keeps things moving. The successful candidate is trusted to make sensible decisions inside the agreed scope, with line-management support whenever a sounding board is useful.
Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the legal and security jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Bela-Bela much easier.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Litigation Secretary to step into the legal and security jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
Where You’ll Work
The environment is process-driven and regulation-aware. Whether you are at a desk or on site, attention to detail, calm conduct and accurate reporting are non-negotiable.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Limpopo. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Bela-Bela site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Notably, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Diversity and Inclusion
Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across Limpopo, and recruitment is fair, transparent and aligned with the EE Act.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Limpopo.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Bela-Bela.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Meet the Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the legal and security jobs side of the business inside out. The Bela-Bela group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
On top of that, the team mix in Bela-Bela reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Career Growth
Notably, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the legal and security jobs team in Bela-Bela have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Bela-Bela team member.
In addition, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Bela-Bela have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Limpopo.
Based in Bela-Bela
Crucially, the role is based in Bela-Bela, in the Lephalale energy corridor. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Bela-Bela and the broader Limpopo region.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Bela-Bela.
Many candidates already living within reach of Bela-Bela cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Limpopo economy.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Bela-Bela, Limpopo.
Your Role
- Manage matter files, court diaries and litigation deadlines
- Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
- Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
- Maintain PSIRA registration and uphold the security industry code of conduct
- Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel
Candidate Profile
- Relevant qualification: LLB, paralegal diploma or PSIRA grading as required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
- 2+ years’ relevant experience in legal or security operations
- Strong report-writing skills with accurate, factual content
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.