Junior Commercial Lawyer

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 15,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Medical aid contribution

Pension fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Commercial Lawyer to join the Kimberley legal team. This entry-level role supports senior lawyers in drafting and reviewing contracts, conducting broad legal research, and assisting with various projects.

It offers a solid foundation for a career in commercial law in the Northern Cape region. You will work collaboratively in Kimberley, gain exposure to diverse commercial matters, and participate in a structured training and mentorship program.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with completed articles and focus on commercial law.
• Solid grasp of contract principles and legal research.
• Ability to draft, review, and negotiate contracts with accuracy.
• Proficiency in legal databases and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and agreements.
• Conduct legal research on various commercial law matters.
• Support senior lawyers in litigation preparation and dispute resolution.
• Assist with corporate secretarial duties and compliance tasks.
• Manage legal documentation and maintain organized case files.
• Provide administrative support to the legal department as required.

Skills

Admitted Attorney

Contract drafting

Legal research

MS Office

Education

Law degree (LLB/JD)

Articles completed

Tools

Legal databases

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and growing commercial entity, is looking for an enthusiastic Junior Commercial Lawyer to join their legal team in Kimberley. This is an excellent entry-level position for a recently admitted attorney eager to gain broad experience in commercial law. You will support senior lawyers in drafting and reviewing contracts, conducting legal research, and assisting with various legal projects. This role offers a fantastic foundation for a career in commercial law within the Northern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and agreements.
• Conduct legal research on various commercial law matters.
• Support senior lawyers in litigation preparation and dispute resolution.
• Assist with corporate secretarial duties and compliance tasks.
• Manage legal documentation and maintain organized case files.
• Provide administrative support to the legal department as required.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney (completed articles) with a focus or strong interest in commercial law.
• Excellent understanding of basic contract principles.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and MS Office Suite.
• Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment in Kimberley.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with potential for growth.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship program.
• Contribution towards medical aid and pension fund.
• Exposure to diverse commercial legal matters.
• Supportive and encouraging work culture.