Candidate Attorney

Alwyn Smit & Associates; Wellington; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A local law firm in Wellington is seeking a motivated Candidate Attorney. The successful applicant will be fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans, with strong drafting and administrative skills. Responsibilities include drafting pleadings and managing legal documents, all within a vibrant, fast-paced environment. Applicants should have an LLB degree and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position is for 24 months, starting after February 1, 2026, with compensation to be discussed during the interview.

Qualifications

• Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans.
• Strong drafting skills and administrative abilities.
• Eager to learn and grow in a legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and legal documents.
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Manage cases independently while ensuring attention to detail.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Afrikaans

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Excellent verbal and written communication

Strong drafting skills

Education

LLB degree from a University in South Africa

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Lexpro accounting system

Job description

Overview

POSITION AVAILABLE FOR A CANDIDATE ATTORNEY IN WELLINGTON, WESTERN CAPE

Do you love the law? Can you draft pleadings and converse fluently with equal enthusiasm? Our law firm in Wellington is on the hunt for a sharp, motivated Candidate Attorney to start as soon as possible.

We specialise in civil litigation, with a particular focus on debt collection and correspondence work. If high-demand legal duties scare you, this might not be your moment. But if you are eager to learn, hands-on, and ready to grow in a fast-paced legal environment, read on!

Responsibilities

• The ideal candidate must:

Qualifications

• Be fully bilingual in English and Afikaans;
• Be able to read and draft documents in English;
• Have strong attention to detail;
• Be driven and able to take intiative;
• Be able to work inependently;
• Be eager to learn;
• Be highly organised; and
• Preferably reside in the Boland area.

Minimum requirements

• LLB degree from a Universiy in South Africa;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong drafting skills and administative abilities; and
• Proficiency in Microsot Office and Outlook.
• Knowledge of the Lexpro accounting system will be an advantage.

Working hours and remuneration

• Starting date: Flexible – after 1 February 2026
• Salary: to be discussed at interview
• Duration: 24 months (subject to a three-month probation period)

Application closing date: 30 January 2026

Interested applicants may forward their covering letters, detailed CVs, and supporting documentation, including a copy of their ID and contactable reference, to: [e-mail]

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and reasons for unsuccessful applications will not be provided. Should you not be contacted within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccesful.