Andrè De Jager
Midrand
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in legal documentation and transcription, demonstrating a strong ability to accurately transcribe audio recordings while ensuring confidentiality and a thorough understanding of legal terminology. Proven track record in the legal services industry highlights exceptional collaboration skills and a results-driven approach, supported by proficiency in network administration, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and various web browsers. Expertise in customer service, Microsoft Word, and statistical data analysis further solidifies capabilities in delivering high-quality support. Recognised for reliability and adaptability in high-pressure environments, consistently motivated to achieve goals and meet deadlines while effectively managing office operations with a focus on teamwork and communication.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Legal Transcriptionist
Corporate Digital Transcribers
10.2025 - Current
- Provided exact legal transcription services for diverse Lower and High Court records across South Africa, maintaining rigorous attention to detail and adherence to legal requirements.
- Diligently transcribed audio recordings from disciplinary hearings, depositions, and multiple legal proceedings, maintaining clarity and precision to enhance legal arguments and proceedings.
- Ensured on-time transcript delivery, supporting efficient legal operations and upholding compliance with necessary regulations and deadlines.
- Gained thorough knowledge of legal terminology and concepts through extensive hands-on experience, improving the quality and reliability of transcription work across various legal contexts.
- Accelerated transcript delivery turnaround time via strategic time management practices and consistent organisation during stressful periods.
- Increased overall transcript accuracy with thorough research on relevant legal terminology and case-specific details.
- Assisted colleagues with heavy workloads as needed, fostering a supportive team environment and ensuring the timely completion of all projects.
Legal Transcriptionist
Inlexso
10.2025 - Current
- Delivered precise legal transcription services for a comprehensive range of Lower and High Court records across South Africa, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and adherence to legal standards.
- Expedited urgent transcript requests from clients, demonstrating dedication to meeting their needs while maintaining quality standards.
- Expertly transcribed audio recordings from disciplinary hearings, depositions, and various legal proceedings, capturing all pertinent information with clarity and accuracy to support legal arguments and proceedings.
- Committed to the timely delivery of all transcripts, facilitating seamless legal processes and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and deadlines.
- Cultivated an in-depth understanding of legal terminology and concepts through extensive hands-on experience, enhancing the quality and reliability of transcription work in diverse legal contexts.
- Leveraged advanced typing skills and proficiency in legal terminology to produce accurate, high-quality transcripts consistently.
- Followed specific guidelines and style rules to meet clients' requirements and maintain consistency.
Legal Transcriptionist
Gauteng Transcribers
04.2022 - 10.2025
- Facilitated accurate legal transcription for extensive Lower and High Court records in South Africa, guaranteeing meticulous detail and compliance with legal standards.
- Accurately transcribed audio recordings from disciplinary hearings, depositions, and various legal proceedings, ensuring all relevant information was captured for support of legal arguments and proceedings.
- Dedicated to prompt delivery of all transcripts, enhancing seamless legal processes and ensuring adherence to relevant regulations and deadlines.
- Acquired thorough knowledge of legal terminology and concepts via hands-on experience, improving the quality and reliability of transcription work in various legal settings.
- Streamlined transcription processes by utilising specialised software tools for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained client confidentiality by adhering to legal and ethical guidelines in handling sensitive information.
- Expedited urgent transcript requests from clients, demonstrating dedication to meeting their needs while maintaining quality standards.
- Contributed to the growth of the firm's reputation for excellence in transcription services through consistent high-quality work.
Legal Transcriptionist
Inlexso
02.2019 - 04.2022
- Executed precise legal transcription services for an extensive range of Lower and High Court records across South Africa, maintaining rigorous adherence to legal standards and accuracy.
- Accurately transcribed audio recordings from disciplinary hearings, depositions, and various legal proceedings, effectively capturing all relevant information with clarity to bolster legal arguments and proceedings.
- Refined expertise in legal terminology and concepts through extensive hands-on experience, strengthening the quality and reliability of transcription work in multiple legal scenarios.
- Coordinated prompt transcript delivery by overseeing multiple projects concurrently, emphasising deadline adherence and effective multitasking.
- Accelerated transcript delivery turnaround by employing efficient time management techniques and ensuring organisation during high-pressure situations.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various types of legal proceedings, including civil litigations, criminal trials, and administrative hearings.
Systems Administrator
Kai-Lie Chen Attorneys
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Managing systems and facilitating user access and operational efficiency in the system.
- Facilitate the resolution of queries and issues related to debtor accounts for the accounting department and execute sanctioned modifications.
- Coordinate and delegate work to external parties for collection.
- Enhance and oversee documents employed within the company.
- Facilitate the IT department in maintaining the operational status of all computers, printers, and scanners.
- Do ad hoc work as given by the late owner.
- Analyse new processes to identify improvements.
- Reduced downtime by proactively identifying and resolving potential issues through thorough system monitoring.
- Managed user access rights to maintain a high level of information security while ensuring appropriate levels of accessibility for authorised personnel.
Exec IT / Area Manager
Letsatsi Finance and Loans (Pty) Ltd
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 - 01.2015
- Responsible for the IT Tech team. Ensuring that all IT and other electronic equipment is running at optimum level (we strive for 100%), currently at 99.5%.
- Purchasing of all new equipment, entering into contracts on behalf of the company for that equipment that has to be rented.
- Processing and compiling of the company statistics and ensuring the security of all financial data, both of the clients as well as the companies.
- Doing research into new products and equipment.
- Doing research into streamlining of company procedures, thereby reducing the time used and saving the company money.
- Ensuring the branch runs optimally, thereby increasing productivity. Assist branch managers with any problems that arise.
- Assist in training staff to a higher level.
Education
Certificate - Conveyancing
Black Conveyancers Association
01.2019
CCNA - Computer Networking
University of Pretoria
01.2011
No Degree - Accounting and Computer Science
Durban Technical College
01.1992
High School Diploma
Port Natal High School
Durban, South Africa 01.1985 - 12.1989
Skills
- Administrative support
- Audio transcription
- Computer Literacy
- Learning Aptitude
- Microsoft Word
- Application Software
- Word Processing
- Task Management
- Patience and perseverance
- Accuracy and attention
- Legal terminology
- Deadline-driven mentality
Certification
- IELTS, 2022-11-01
- Vehicle, 1990-01-01
Affiliations
- Irene Dramatic Society
- Parkrun
- South African National Blood Service
Languages
Afrikaans
English
Personal Information
- Title: Legal Transcriptionist
- Driving License: Vehicle
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Movies
- Strategy Games
- Web research
- Cycling
- Camping
- Gardening
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Legal Transcriptionist
Corporate Digital Transcribers
10.2025 - Current
Legal Transcriptionist
Inlexso
10.2025 - Current
Legal Transcriptionist
Gauteng Transcribers
04.2022 - 10.2025
Legal Transcriptionist
Inlexso
02.2019 - 04.2022
Systems Administrator
Kai-Lie Chen Attorneys
01.2015 - 01.2019
Exec IT / Area Manager
Letsatsi Finance and Loans (Pty) Ltd
04.2001 - 01.2015
High School Diploma
Port Natal High School
01.1985 - 12.1989
CCNA - Computer Networking
University of Pretoria
No Degree - Accounting and Computer Science
Durban Technical College
Certificate - Conveyancing
Black Conveyancers Association