Sedika Govender

By way of introduction, I would like to introduce myself as an applicant for a Personal Assistant/ Secretary/ Legal Secretary position at your establishment. With 10 years in the legal field, as a high energy and organized individual, I am confident in my ability to perform in the role of a legal secretary and give you assurity to be an asset to your establishment. 

I have a diverse work history, starting as a Secretary at GLV Freight Services, where I handled transportation operations, clerical services, and administration tasks. I then transitioned to customer service at EWC Express and later worked as a Legal Secretary at Dehal Incorporated, Pather and Pather Attorneys, Gounder and Associates, and K Gcolotela & Peter Incorporated, where I have gained experience in various legal tasks, including Road Accident Fund claims, Litigation, and client consultations. In my current role at Pather and Pather Attorneys, I serve as a GM and Marketing Assistant, taking on responsibilities related to creating content for our social media platforms and handling those accounts, office events, vehicle maintenance, HR, recruitment, and more.

My educational background includes matriculating from Merebank Secondary High in 2008. In 2023, I obtained a Certificate in Brandmix Elements V1 from SpecCon. I also have experience working with various software applications, including Legal Suite and Ghost Practice, indicating proficiency in legal software. Additionally, I am skilled in graphic design using Canva and currently learning Photoshop. Further, I have competence in Microsoft Office and SharePoint for office-related tasks.