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Anneke Potgieter

Anneke Potgieter

Secretary, Personal Assistant
Johannesburg,GP

Summary

Adept at managing multiple caseloads with precision, I significantly enhanced office efficiency and client satisfaction at Botha Coetzee Mapekula Inc through expert use of conveyancing software and effective communication. Specializing in drafting legal documents and deadline management, my adaptability and problem-solving skills ensured the successful closure of numerous property transactions within tight deadlines.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Conveyancing Secretary - Bonds

Botha Coetzee Mapekula Inc
06.2022 - 08.2024
  • Managed multiple caseloads simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail, turn around times and prioritizing tasks effectively.
  • Collaborated with transfer attorneys to ensure a smooth registration process for residential properties.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate updates on property transaction progress.
  • Provided weekly updates and reports to the banks and personal bankers.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and willingness to support colleagues when needed.

Conveyancing Secretary - Bonds

Heunis & Straeuli Inc
01.2012 - 05.2022
  • Managed multiple caseloads simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail, turn around times and prioritizing tasks effectively.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to ensure smooth registration of residential properties.
  • Enhanced client and bank satisfaction by providing timely and accurate updates on property transaction progress.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and willingness to support colleagues when needed.
  • Increased office efficiency through proficient use of conveyancing software tools for document tracking and information management.
  • Kept clients informed throughout the entire conveyancing process using various communication methods tailored to individual preferences.
  • Supported the preparation of purchase agreements, deeds, mortgages, and other conveyancing-related documents for smooth transactions.
  • Reduced errors in legal documents by meticulously proofreading and editing before submission.
  • Expedited transaction completions by proactively resolving title discrepancies and addressing client concerns promptly.
  • Assisted in successfully closing numerous property transactions within tight deadlines, ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Streamlined conveyancing processes by implementing efficient document management systems.
  • Created and printed legal documents for attorneys to review.
  • Prioritized and handled multiple assignments and maintained firm commitment to deadlines.
  • Transcribed information from typed or handwritten notes, shorthand or dictation and confirmed accuracy and correct formatting of documents.

Conveyancing Secretary - Bonds

Wessels Van Zyl Inc
02.2011 - 01.2012
  • Managed multiple caseloads simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail, turn around time and prioritizing tasks effectively.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate updates on property transaction progress.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and willingness to support colleagues when needed.
  • Increased office efficiency through proficient use of conveyancing software tools for document tracking and information management.
  • Kept clients informed throughout the entire conveyancing process using various communication methods tailored to individual preferences.
  • Supported the preparation of purchase agreements, deeds, mortgages, and other conveyancing-related documents for smooth transactions.
  • Streamlined conveyancing processes by implementing efficient document management systems.
  • Communicated professionally with clients, colleagues and legal partnership verbally and in writing.
  • Created and printed legal documents for attorneys to review.
  • Prioritized and handled multiple assignments and maintained firm commitment to deadlines.

Conveyancing Secretary - Bonds

BRINK BONSMA DE BRUYN
09.2010 - 01.2011
  • Managed multiple caseloads simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail, turn around times and prioritizing tasks effectively.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and willingness to support colleagues when needed.
  • Kept clients informed throughout the entire conveyancing process using various communication methods tailored to individual preferences.
  • Supported the preparation of purchase agreements, deeds, mortgages, and other conveyancing-related documents for smooth transactions.
  • Reduced errors in legal documents by meticulously proofreading and editing before submission.
  • Assisted in successfully closing numerous property transactions within tight deadlines, ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Streamlined conveyancing processes by implementing efficient document management systems.
  • Communicated professionally with clients, colleagues and legal partnership verbally and in writing.
  • Created and printed legal documents for attorneys to review.
  • Prioritized and handled multiple assignments and maintained firm commitment to deadlines.

Conveyancing Secretary - Bonds

Heunis & Straeuli Inc
12.2004 - 12.2008
  • Managed multiple caseloads simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail, turn around times and prioritizing tasks effectively.
  • Kept clients informed throughout the entire conveyancing process using various communication methods tailored to individual preferences.
  • Increased office efficiency through proficient use of conveyancing software tools for document tracking and information management.
  • Assisted in successfully closing numerous property transactions within tight deadlines, ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Facilitated clear communication between all parties involved in property transactions to minimize misunderstandings and delays.
  • Created and printed legal documents for attorneys to review.
  • Prioritized and handled multiple assignments and maintained firm commitment to deadlines.
  • Transcribed information from typed or handwritten notes, shorthand or dictation and confirmed accuracy and correct formatting of documents.

Conveyancing Secretary - Bond

Tim Du Toit Inc
05.2004 - 12.2004
  • Kept clients informed throughout the entire conveyancing process using various communication methods tailored to individual preferences.
  • Streamlined conveyancing processes by implementing efficient document management systems.
  • Assisted in successfully closing numerous property transactions within tight deadlines, ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and willingness to support colleagues when needed.

Conveyancing Secretary - Transfer

Loubser Van Der Walt & Mortimer
04.2003 - 04.2004
  • Collaborated with attorneys to ensure smooth title transfers for residential properties.
  • Liaised with clients, realtors and mortgage lenders to coordinate information.
  • Supported the preparation of purchase agreements, deeds and other conveyancing-related documents for smooth transactions.

Receptionist Administrator

Frans Van Der Merwe & Partners
08.2001 - 08.2002
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing incoming calls and directing them to appropriate departments.
  • Expedited daily office tasks such as mail distribution, document scanning, photocopying, and data entry to ensure smooth workflow.

Education

Diploma in Secretarial And Computer Skills

Varsity College
Pretoria
04.2001 -

Secretarial Studies And Office Administration

Centre of Conveyancing - Certificate in Title Deed
Pretoria
04.2001 -

Property Law And Conveyancing

South African School of Paralegal Studies
Pretoria, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Time Management

Effective Communication

Work Planning and Prioritization

Efficient multi-tasker

Adaptability

Problem-Solving

Multitasking

Organizational Skills

Drafting legal documents

Client Communication

Document Preparation

Deadline Management

Additional Information

I am a mother of 2 teenagers and a woman of a household of 6 persons. I enjoy my work and also the success and the end of the work day.

Software

E4 Stordoc - Uploading, Tracking

Lexis Nexis - Convey, Sign, Search and KYC

Web Convey

Interests

PUZZLE BUILD

DIMOND ART

2 TEENAGERS :-)

Timeline

Conveyancing Secretary - Bonds

Botha Coetzee Mapekula Inc
06.2022 - 08.2024

Conveyancing Secretary - Bonds

Heunis & Straeuli Inc
01.2012 - 05.2022

Conveyancing Secretary - Bonds

Wessels Van Zyl Inc
02.2011 - 01.2012

Conveyancing Secretary - Bonds

BRINK BONSMA DE BRUYN
09.2010 - 01.2011

Conveyancing Secretary - Bonds

Heunis & Straeuli Inc
12.2004 - 12.2008

Conveyancing Secretary - Bond

Tim Du Toit Inc
05.2004 - 12.2004

Conveyancing Secretary - Transfer

Loubser Van Der Walt & Mortimer
04.2003 - 04.2004

Receptionist Administrator

Frans Van Der Merwe & Partners
08.2001 - 08.2002

Diploma in Secretarial And Computer Skills

Varsity College
04.2001 -

Secretarial Studies And Office Administration

Centre of Conveyancing - Certificate in Title Deed
04.2001 -

Property Law And Conveyancing

South African School of Paralegal Studies
04.2001 -
Anneke PotgieterSecretary, Personal Assistant