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Listing live now. Role: Conveyancing Secretary. Location: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. The team is hiring and seeks a candidate who can step in and deliver from week one.
What This Role Involves
The Conveyancing Secretary vacancy forms part of how the Pietermaritzburg branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the legal and security jobs side of the business moving forward.
Crucially, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Pietermaritzburg operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Conveyancing Secretary is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in KwaZulu-Natal is consistently high and consistently fair.
Why This Role
You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Pietermaritzburg colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the legal and security jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.
On top of that, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
The Environment
Practically speaking, 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.
Crucially, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in KwaZulu-Natal.
On top of that, 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.
Growing With Us
Notably, career progression for this legal and security jobs role in Pietermaritzburg depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in KwaZulu-Natal.
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 Pietermaritzburg team member.
Daily Duties
- Run compliance training for staff on POPIA, FICA and ethics
- Operate access control points and verify visitor credentials
- Patrol assigned premises and conduct visible security deterrence
- Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
- Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel
- Maintain PSIRA registration and uphold the security industry code of conduct
Essential Criteria
- Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
- Sound ethical judgement and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Computer literacy and experience with case or incident management systems
- Excellent attention to detail when reviewing documents and evidence
- Relevant qualification: LLB, paralegal diploma or PSIRA grading as required
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and refresher training
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.