Junior Commercial Lawyer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Comprehensive training

Mentorship program

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a motivated Junior Commercial Lawyer to join a dynamic law firm. The role is ideal for a newly admitted attorney aiming to build a foundation in commercial law, assisting senior lawyers with transactional and advisory work.

You will gain exposure to diverse industries, with mentorship and training in a supportive, client-centric environment. A hybrid work model offers flexibility as you develop foundational client relationships.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court, recently admitted or with up to 3 years post-admission experience.
• A strong academic record with a keen interest in commercial law.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal research databases.
• Enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior lawyers in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, leases, and service agreements.
• Conduct legal research on commercial law issues and prepare legal opinions.
• Support due diligence processes for mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring.
• Manage client inquiries and maintain organized case files.
• Participate in client meetings and develop foundational client relationship skills.

Skills

Legal research

Contract drafting

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Legal research databases

Tools

MS Office Suite

Legal research databases

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic law firm in Pretoria , is actively seeking a motivated Junior Commercial Lawyer to join their expanding practice. This position is ideal for a newly admitted attorney eager to build a strong foundation in commercial law, assisting senior lawyers with a variety of transactional and advisory work. You will gain exposure to diverse industries and complex legal matters, contributing to a team known for its innovative approach and client-centric service delivery. Join a firm that values professional growth and offers a supportive environment for emerging legal talent in Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior lawyers in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, leases, and service agreements.
• Conduct legal research on commercial law issues and prepare legal opinions.
• Support due diligence processes for mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring.
• Manage client inquiries and maintain organized case files.
• Participate in client meetings and develop foundational client relationship skills.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court, recently admitted or with up to 3 years post-admission experience.
• A strong academic record with a keen interest in commercial law .
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and legal research databases.
• Enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with regular reviews.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship program.
• Exposure to a wide range of commercial legal work.
• Hybrid work model allowing for flexibility.
• Opportunity to grow within a respected Pretoria -based law firm.