Junior Legal Advisor

Placements24; Welkom; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Training and mentorship

Medical aid

Retirement savings plan

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a junior legal advisor in Welkom. This entry-level role offers a hybrid work model, combining office-based tasks with remote work flexibility as you develop your legal expertise.

You will assist senior staff in drafting and reviewing documents, conducting research on statutes and case law, and supporting trials and client meetings while gaining exposure to diverse practice areas in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent qualification.
• 0-3 years of legal experience.
• Strong knowledge of South African law and procedures.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a hybrid team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic legal software.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and corporate resolutions.
• Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Support attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and client meetings.
• Manage and organize case files, ensuring all necessary documentation is filed correctly.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and provide updates under supervision.
• Help maintain the firm's legal databases and compliance records.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Education

LLB

Tools

Legal software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Legal Advisor to join their team based in Welkom . This role is designed for an individual eager to develop their legal expertise, offering a hybrid work model that combines office-based tasks with remote work flexibility. You will assist senior legal staff in providing comprehensive legal services, gaining valuable experience across various practice areas. This is a fantastic entry point for a career in a supportive and dynamic legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and reviewing legal documents, contracts, and corporate resolutions.
• Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Support attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and client meetings.
• Manage and organize case files, ensuring all necessary documentation is filed correctly.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and provide updates under supervision.
• Help maintain the firm's legal databases and compliance records.

Requirements

• Law degree (LLB) or equivalent qualification.
• 0-3 years of experience in a legal practice or corporate legal department.
• Strong understanding of South African law and legal procedures.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a hybrid team .
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic legal software.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with annual review.
• Flexible hybrid work schedule to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive training program and mentorship from experienced legal professionals.
• Medical aid and retirement savings plan.
• Exposure to diverse legal work and opportunities for career advancement.