A Pretoria law firm is looking for an experienced Foreclosure Secretary to manage a portfolio of bank foreclosure matters through the full undefended process.
You’ll take matters from letter of demand to sale in execution, working closely with a supervising attorney and communicating confidently with the bank, debtors and sheriffs.
What you’ll do
Manage foreclosure matters from letter of demand and Section 129 notices through summons, default judgment, writ of execution and sale in execution
Prepare and draft pleadings, notices, applications and correspondence for the attorney’s review
Attend to matters involving deceased debtors, liaising with executors and the Master’s office
Communicate professionally with debtors, clients, sheriffs, correspondents and the bank
Monitor deadlines, court dates and bank reporting requirements
Keep bank systems, file notes and records accurate and give regular progress feedback
What you’ll need
At least 3 years’ bank foreclosure experience, including matters for one of the major banks
Thorough, hands-on knowledge of the full undefended foreclosure process
The ability to manage high volumes and work well under pressure
Well spoken, with the confidence to deal with clients and debtors verbally and in writing
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
MS Office and legal or bank case management systems
Nice to have
Experience with deceased-estate foreclosures
What’s on offer
A specialist role in a busy litigation practice
A stable role with an established firm
Pretoria. In Office. Permanent.