Corporate Paralegal

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Pension and medical aid

Professional development

Bloemfontein location

Paid annual leave

Study leave assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, Free State, is seeking a skilled Corporate Paralegal to support its legal department. The role combines office duties in Bloemfontein with remote flexibility, enabling exposure to corporate governance, contract administration, and regulatory compliance.

You will assist attorneys with filings, maintain registers, draft and review commercial agreements, conduct legal research, prepare board packs, and liaise with external advisors in a supportive corporate environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience, focusing on corporate law.
• Strong knowledge of South African company law and corporate governance.
• Experience with statutory registers and corporate compliance procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; accurate and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and filing of corporate documents (annual returns, resolutions, director changes).
• Maintain statutory registers and corporate records.
• Draft, review and manage commercial agreements and contracts.
• Conduct legal research on corporate and commercial matters.
• Assist with corporate governance compliance and Companies Act adherence.
• Prepare board meeting packs and minutes as required.
• Coordinate with external legal advisors and service providers.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

National Diploma: Legal Studies

Paralegal Studies qualification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Legal research tools

e-filing systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established corporate entity in Bloemfontein, Free State, is seeking a skilled and organized Corporate Paralegal to support its legal department. This role is essential for the efficient operation of the legal team, assisting attorneys with a range of corporate legal tasks. The position involves a Hybrid working arrangement, allowing for a balance between office-based responsibilities in Bloemfontein and remote flexibility. You will gain valuable experience in corporate governance, contract administration, and regulatory compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal looking to advance their career within a supportive corporate environment in the heart of the Free State. The role is based in Bloemfontein.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and filing of corporate documents, including annual returns, resolutions, and director appointments/resignations.
• Maintain the company's statutory registers and corporate records.
• Support the legal team in drafting, reviewing, and managing commercial agreements and contracts.
• Conduct legal research on various corporate and commercial law matters.
• Assist with corporate governance compliance and ensure adherence to the Companies Act.
• Prepare board meeting packs and take minutes when required.
• Coordinate with external legal advisors and other professional service providers.
• Manage legal filing systems (both physical and electronic).
• Assist with the legal aspects of corporate transactions, such as due diligence.
• Handle routine legal correspondence and administrative tasks for the legal department.

Requirements

• A recognized qualification in Paralegal Studies or a related field (e.g., National Diploma: Legal Studies).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working as a paralegal, with a focus on corporate law.
• Proficiency in South African company law and corporate governance principles.
• Experience with statutory registers and corporate compliance procedures.
• Strong understanding of contract drafting and management.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficient in legal research tools and standard office software (MS Office Suite).
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with legal databases and e-filing systems.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary of ZAR .
• A structured Hybrid work model balancing office and remote days.
• Contributions to a pension fund and medical aid scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development and skills enhancement.
• A supportive work environment in Bloemfontein, Free State.
• Exposure to a variety of corporate legal matters.
• Paid annual leave.
• Potential for study leave and assistance for relevant courses.