Junior Legal Advisor

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Mentorship program

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a Junior Legal Advisor who is enthusiastic and detail-oriented to join their legal team. This entry-point role offers practical experience in corporate law, working under the guidance of seasoned professionals to develop research, document review, and administrative skills.

You will conduct legal research, assist with drafting and reviewing documents, support contract management, and help maintain organized files.

Qualifications

• LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• Admission as an Attorney or Advocate is advantageous.
• Zero to three years of post-qualification experience in a legal setting.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal databases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on various statutory and case law matters.
• Assist in the drafting and review of legal documents and correspondence.
• Support senior legal staff with contract management and compliance checks.
• Maintain organized legal files and databases.
• Handle routine legal queries from internal departments.
• Assist in the preparation for meetings and the tracking of legal action items.

Skills

Research

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

LLB degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal databases

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Legal Advisor to join their team in Benoni . This role provides an excellent entry point into corporate legal practice, offering the opportunity to learn and grow under the guidance of experienced legal professionals. You will be responsible for assisting with legal research, document review, and the general administration of legal affairs for the company. This is a great chance for a newly qualified or early-career legal practitioner to gain practical experience and contribute to the legal function of a growing organization in Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on various statutory and case law matters.
• Assist in the drafting and review of legal documents and correspondence.
• Support senior legal staff with contract management and compliance checks.
• Maintain organized legal files and databases.
• Handle routine legal queries from internal departments.
• Assist in the preparation for meetings and the tracking of legal action items.

Requirements

• LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• Admission as an Attorney or Advocate is advantageous.
• Zero to three years of post-qualification experience in a legal setting.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal databases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and provident fund.
• Structured training and mentorship program.
• Opportunities for career progression within the legal department.
• Supportive team atmosphere focused on learning and development.