Jo - Marè Fredene Jantjies
Jo - Marè Fredene Jantjies

Administrative Assistant / Legal Professional

Actively looking · Member since 25 Aug 2025
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Location
South Africa
Desired salary
Unspecified
Work preference
Full Time
Experience level
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About

Professional summary

I am an energetic and ambitious individual who approaches every task and situation with maturity and responsibility. I am a strong team player with leadership abilities and excellent communication skills. I am self-motivated and excel at working collaboratively to achieve objectives on time and with excellence. I have the ability to handle difficult situations confidently and work effectively under stress and pressure. I am fully computer literate and always eager to learn new skills. I maintain a neat and presentable appearance and am highly organized with a strong sense of responsibility.

My expertise spans legal research and writing, team leadership, data capturing, administrative and executive support, reception duties, legal procedures and administration, office and operations management, sales and marketing, client relationship management, and customer service. I am committed to providing exceptional service and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

Currently, I work as an Administrative Assistant at PSG Wealth, where I provide comprehensive support to financial advisors and management, maintain client records, coordinate appointments, draft wills, and assist with estate handling. I am proficient in various software systems including PSG MyBase and PSG MyPractice.

Previously, I have held roles such as Legal Intern at Hessequa Municipality, where I drafted legal opinions, managed municipal workflows, assisted with compliance reviews, and gained practical knowledge of local government legislation. I was also promoted from Sales Administrator to Sales Manager at Baclan Energy (Pty) Ltd t/a Ewaste Africa, leading a sales team, forecasting sales, managing customer relationships, and representing the company at industry events.

My earlier experience includes working as a Legal Secretary and Receptionist at Melt Kloppers and Eloff Incorporated Attorneys, and as a Teacher’s Assistant for the Western Cape Education Department. I am fluent in English and Afrikaans and hold a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree, a Bachelor of Commerce in Law, and certifications in Legal Office Administration and TEFL. I am available with a one-month notice period and am eager to contribute my skills and experience to a dynamic team.

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Experience

Career history

Administrative Assistant PSG Wealth

Provide comprehensive administrative support to financial advisor and management team. Maintain accurate client records, process documentation, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. Utilize software systems such as PSG MyBase and PSG MyPractice. Coordinate client appointments, manage calendars, and handle correspondence professionally. Draft wills and assist in estate handling. Assist in preparation of reviewal documents, reports, statements and quotations. Handle daily office operations including filing, data entry, managing office supplies and telephone duties. Liaise with clients to address queries and provide updates. Ensure timely and accurate submission of regulatory and compliance-related documents.

Legal Intern Hessequa Municipality

Drafted detailed legal opinions on municipal matters ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. Processed payments and managed financial transactions. Utilized software such as Collaborator and Solar to manage workflows and municipal operations. Prepared and uploaded requisitions for goods and services. Assisted in legal research and drafting of municipal by-laws, policies, and contracts. Provided support with compliance reviews and document preparation for council meetings. Collaborated with Legal Services team to resolve community legal queries. Conducted administrative tasks including record-keeping, data entry and file management. Handled applications for extended liquor trading days and hours.

Sales Administrator promoted to Sales Manager Inland and Coastal Baclan Energy (Pty) Ltd t/a Ewaste Africa

Led and managed a team of sales representatives, providing guidance, training and performance evaluations. Set sales targets and motivated team members. Analyzed market trends, customer demands, and competitor activities to forecast sales and develop plans and budgets. Built and maintained relationships with key customers and identified new business opportunities. Managed customer accounts ensuring exceptional service and resolving complaints. Stayed up-to-date with industry trends and competitor products. Represented the company at trade shows, conferences, and other industry events.

Legal Secretary and Receptionist Melt Kloppers and Eloff Incorporated Attorneys

Reception duties, secretarial administration, drafting legal documents, handling estates, assisting with queries, and customer assistance.

Teacher’s Assistant (BEEI Programme/Presidential Employment Stimulus) Western Cape Education Department (Gerrit Du Plessis Secondary School)

General secretarial administration assistance, data capturing, general work including cleaning and sorting of books.

Education

Learning history

Boston City Campus and Business College

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Boston City Campus and Business College

Bachelor of Commerce in Law

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Legal Office Administration Certification

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TEFL Certification (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)

Kairos Secondary School, Heidelberg

Grade 12 National Senior Certificate

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