Work-Force
Bring your skills as a Legal Secretary to Virginia and join a team that moves fast. This Free State role is one to watch.
About This Position
The organisation is investing in its Virginia operation, and this Legal Secretary position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the legal and security jobs function and contribute to the wider Free State business.
Importantly, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Legal Secretary taking on this position.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Legal Secretary is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Free State is consistently high and consistently fair.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Legal 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.
Growing With Us
Career progression for this legal and security jobs role in Virginia depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in Free State.
Beyond that, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Virginia have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Free State.
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 Virginia team member.
Equal Opportunity
Importantly, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across Free State, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.
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.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Virginia.
In addition, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Free State.
The Environment
On top of that, 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.
On top of that, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Free State.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Virginia site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Crucially, 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.
About the Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the legal and security jobs side of the business inside out. The Virginia group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
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.
Practically speaking, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Virginia will be explained during the hiring process.
Core Functions
- Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
- Coordinate with SAPS and emergency services during incidents
- Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
- Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
- Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
- Run compliance training for staff on POPIA, FICA and ethics
- Patrol assigned premises and conduct visible security deterrence
Minimum Requirements
- Strong report-writing skills with accurate, factual content
- Excellent attention to detail when reviewing documents and evidence
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and refresher training
- Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
- Active PSIRA registration at the appropriate grade for security roles
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.