Junior Associate Attorney - Hybrid, Mentorship & Growth

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Mentorship program

Support for continued legal education

Competitive starting salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a motivated Junior Associate Attorney to gain broad experience across practice areas, working under seasoned attorneys. You will conduct research, prepare documents, and engage with clients in a hybrid structure that blends in-office mentorship with focused remote tasks.

The role requires an LLB and admission as Attorney of the High Court, with strong writing and communication skills, and a collaborative work style.

Qualifications

• LLB degree and admission as an Attorney of the High Court.
• Strong legal research, analytical and writing skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and within a hybrid team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis on diverse matters.
• Assist senior attorneys in drafting pleadings and legal documents.
• Prepare case files and gather evidence for litigation or transactions.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Attend court hearings, client meetings, and depositions.

Skills

Legal research

Writing skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork and independence

Education

LLB degree

Admission as Attorney of the High Court

Tools

Legal research databases

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a motivated Junior Associate Attorney to gain broad experience across practice areas, working under seasoned attorneys. You will conduct research, prepare documents, and engage with clients in a hybrid structure that blends in-office mentorship with focused remote tasks.

The role requires an LLB and admission as Attorney of the High Court, with strong writing and communication skills, and a collaborative work style.