Candidate Attorney Programme 2029

Webber Wentzel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Webber Wentzel invites law graduates to join its two-year Candidate Attorney Programme, designed to develop practical legal skills through rotations across diverse practice areas. You will train under top attorneys and participate in our in-house PLT programme as preparation for the Attorneys' Admission Examinations.

Based in Johannesburg or Cape Town, the programme provides structured development and platforms where more experienced attorneys share knowledge and support you along your two-year

Qualifications

• South African citizen or permanent resident
• Studied or currently studying at a South African institution or holds a SAQA equivalent qualification
• Expected to complete an LLB degree by 1 January 2029

Responsibilities

• Rotate across various legal practice areas during the two-year programme
• Participate in the in-house PLT Programme in preparation for Attorneys' Admission Examinations
• Be guided by senior attorneys and mentors as you develop practical legal skills

Education

LLB degree

Job description

Choosing the right law firm for your practical vocational training is the first step towards a successful legal career. If you are passionate about law and want a rewarding career as a lawyer, Webber Wentzel should be your first choice.

We offer law graduates the opportunity to serve their practical vocational training with us over two years through our Candidate Attorney Programme.

The Programme

Our Candidate Attorney Programme offers diverse development opportunities to help each candidate attorney become a valued member of our legal team. We believe in cultivating the knowledge and skills of our people to help them launch successful careers in law.

As a candidate attorney at Webber Wentzel, you will be based in either Johannesburg or Cape Town. Over the two years, you will rotate across various legal practice areas, exposing you to a wide range of legal disciplines. In addition to receiving invaluable training from top attorneys and respected legal practitioners, you will participate in our in-house PLT Programme in preparation for the Attorneys' Admission Examinations.

We also provide platforms that enable more experienced attorneys to share their knowledge, impart their wisdom, and support and guide you throughout your two-year journey.

Minimum Requirements

• South African citizen or permanent resident
• Studied or currently studying at a South African institution or holds a SAQA equivalent qualification
• Expected to complete an LLB degree by 1 January 2029

Required Application Documents

• Most recent academic transcripts, including current year of study
• Academic transcripts of any undergraduate qualification and any other relevant qualifications
• Matric certificate
• Copy of ID
• Updated cv

Please note that applications submitted via email will not be considered.

If you have any queries, please contact the Webber Wentzel Graduate Recruitment team at [e-mail].