Remote Legal Officer, Commercial Disputes & Arbitration

Placements24; Lorenziberg; À distance; EUR 43 000 - 59 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Pension fund

Flexible/remote work

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Legal Officer to support commercial dispute resolution within a diversified industrial group. You will work with senior counsel and external attorneys on litigation, arbitration, and ADR matters across business units.

The role emphasizes research, documentation, and collaboration to achieve favourable outcomes. Remote-friendly arrangement with leadership backing and opportunities for growth in commercial law.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney or candidate attorney with at least 3 years of experience in commercial litigation or dispute resolution.
• Strong understanding of South African civil procedure and dispute resolution mechanisms.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and drafting skills.
• High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficient in legal research databases and standard office software.

Responsabilités

• Assist in the management of litigation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution processes under the guidance of senior counsel.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries, briefs, and legal opinions.
• Gather, organize, and preserve evidence and documentation for ongoing disputes.
• Liaise with external legal advisors, clients, and relevant parties to ensure effective case management.
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents as required.
• Monitor case progress, deadlines, and manage case files systematically.
• Assist in settlement negotiations and the preparation of settlement agreements.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures related to dispute management.
• Support the legal department with ad-hoc legal tasks and projects.

Connaissances

Legal research

Drafting

Case management

Communication

Formation

Law degree (LLB)

Outils

Legal databases

MS Office

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Legal Officer to support commercial dispute resolution within a diversified industrial group. You will work with senior counsel and external attorneys on litigation, arbitration, and ADR matters across business units.

The role emphasizes research, documentation, and collaboration to achieve favourable outcomes. Remote-friendly arrangement with leadership backing and opportunities for growth in commercial law.