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Bring your skills as a Litigation Secretary to Cape Town and join a team that moves fast. This Western Cape role is one to watch.
What This Role Involves
The Litigation Secretary vacancy forms part of how the Cape Town 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.
Importantly, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Cape Town operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Litigation Secretary is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Western Cape is consistently high and consistently fair.
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
Notably, 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 Western Cape.
Practically speaking, 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.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Cape Town site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
About Cape Town
Working in Cape Town means a place near the Cape Town International Airport hub, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Western Cape region, and the Cape Town office benefits from those long-standing connections.
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 Cape Town.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Cape Town, Western Cape.
Many candidates already living within reach of Cape Town cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Western Cape economy.
Why This Role
Crucially, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this legal and security jobs role in Cape Town; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Western Cape.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
Notably, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Notably, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
About the Team
On top of that, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Cape Town office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Western Cape operations get busy.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Notably, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Cape Town will be explained during the hiring process.
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.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Monitor CCTV systems and respond to alarms and incidents
- Compile accurate occurrence books and incident reports
- Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel
- Operate access control points and verify visitor credentials
- Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
- Manage matter files, court diaries and litigation deadlines
- Maintain PSIRA registration and uphold the security industry code of conduct
What You’ll Need
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
- Strong report-writing skills with accurate, factual content
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
- Relevant qualification: LLB, paralegal diploma or PSIRA grading as required
- Sound understanding of POPIA and applicable legal frameworks
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.