Judge’s Secretary REF NO: 2026/142/OCJ

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Judge’s Secretary within the Office of the Chief Justice in South Africa. The primary purpose is to provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to a Judge, encompassing office management, correspondence handling, case file management, logistical arrangements, and some legal support functions like research and document preparation. **What you will do** * Provide general secretarial/administrative duties to the Judge. * Type or format draft memoranda decisions, opinions or judgment entries written by, or assigned by the Judge. * Manage and type correspondence, judgments and orders for the Judge including dictaphone typing. * Arrange and diarise appointments, meetings and official visits. * Make travel and accommodation arrangements. * Store, keep and safeguard all case files and update the case files with the order made by the Judge. * Update files and documents and provide copies of documents to the Registrar. * Perform digital recording of court proceedings on urgent cases after hours and ensure the integrity of such recordings. * Accompany the Judge to Court. * Manage the Judge’s vehicle, logbook and the driving thereof. * Compile data and prepare reports and documents for the Judge as necessary including expense reports, financial disclosure statements and case management. * Arrange refreshments for the Judge and his/her visitors and attend to their needs. * Manage the Judge’s library and the updating of documentation. * Execute legal research as directed by the judge. * Comply with all departmental prescripts, policies, procedures and guidelines. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Applicants should be in possession of a Grade Twelve (12) Certificate. * An LLB degree or a minimum of 20 modules completed towards an LLB, BA Law or BCom Law degree or related qualification at NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA (results must accompany the application). * A minimum of two (2) years secretarial experience. * A valid driver’s license. * Secretarial experience in a legal/court environment will serve as an added advantage. * Shortlisted candidates will be required to pass a typing test. * Knowledge of the Constitution of South Africa, relevant legislation, regulations and case lines. * Skilled in computer literacy (MS Office). * Research capabilities. * Proficiency in English (verbal and written). * Communication skills (verbal and written). * Administration and organisational skills. * Interpersonal skills. * Customer service. * Typing skills. * Ability to meet strict deadlines and to work under pressure. * Attention to detail. * Confidentiality. * Time management. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for individuals with a Grade 12 Certificate who have either completed an LLB degree, a BA Law, BCom Law degree or a related NQF level 6 qualification, or have completed at least 20 modules towards one of these legal qualifications. Candidates must have a minimum of two years of secretarial experience, with experience in a legal or court environment being an advantage, and possess a valid driver’s license. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative, organizational, communication (verbal and written English), and typing skills, be proficient in MS Office, and have research capabilities. They should also demonstrate knowledge of South African constitutional law, relevant legislation, and regulations. Essential attributes include the ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, maintain confidentiality, pay attention to detail, and manage time effectively. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/judge-s-secretary-ref-no-2026-142-ocj-office-of-the-chief-justice-south-africa Source: myjobmag

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