Work-Force
An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary in Boksburg. Suitably qualified candidates from across Gauteng are invited to apply.
About This Position
The organisation is investing in its Boksburg 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 Gauteng business.
On top of that, the successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Boksburg team on trust, and the Legal Secretary role will feel that from week one.
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 Boksburg much easier.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Boksburg teams, and the new Legal Secretary will feel that from the first week.
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.
Career Growth
This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the legal and security jobs team in Boksburg have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Boksburg team member.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Importantly, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Boksburg have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Gauteng.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Equally, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across Gauteng, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Boksburg.
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.
On top of that, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Gauteng.
About Boksburg
Boksburg continues to grow as an employment hub in Gauteng, with near the Midrand technology hub. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
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 Boksburg.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Boksburg, Gauteng.
Many candidates already living within reach of Boksburg cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Gauteng economy.
Your Workplace
Equally, 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 Gauteng.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Boksburg site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Beyond 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.
A Typical Day
Your day is built on focus and detail. You work through matter files or post lists, review evidence or contracts and check that every required record is in place. Communication with site teams, attorneys, clients or SAPS is constant, and you keep your reports factual, precise and timely. When something out of the ordinary happens, you respond calmly and follow procedure, knowing that good documentation today protects the business tomorrow.
Practically speaking, the Boksburg office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Boksburg.
Equally, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Gauteng operations throw up the unexpected.
Common Questions
Is there opportunity for promotion?
Any progression opportunities depend on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs.
What shift patterns apply to this role?
Shift patterns vary by site, but the role typically follows the standard operational hours of the relevant branch. The hiring team will walk you through the specifics during the interview.
Are reference and background checks conducted?
Yes. Reference, qualification and any role-appropriate background checks are conducted in line with applicable law.
Is reasonable accommodation supported for applicants with disabilities?
On top of that, yes. The hiring team is committed to inclusive recruitment and engages on reasonable accommodation as part of the process.
Is this position open to candidates from other provinces?
Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates who can meet the advertised location and work-schedule requirements.
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 Boksburg 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.
Crucially, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Boksburg will be explained during the hiring process.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
What We Offer
Importantly, you will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Boksburg 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.
Equally, 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.
Beyond that, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct legal research and prepare opinions for the legal team
- Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
- Run compliance training for staff on POPIA, FICA and ethics
- Track legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on impact
- Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
- Manage matter files, court diaries and litigation deadlines
- Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant qualification: LLB, paralegal diploma or PSIRA grading as required
- Computer literacy and experience with case or incident management systems
- Excellent attention to detail when reviewing documents and evidence
- Sound understanding of POPIA and applicable legal frameworks
- Sound ethical judgement and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Strong report-writing skills with accurate, factual content
- Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.