Junior Legal Advisor - Commercial Law

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and professional growth

Competitive entry-level salary and福利

Career progression opportunities

Exposure to diverse commercial matters

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Legal Advisor in Polokwane to join a busy legal team. The role offers broad exposure to commercial law, contract drafting, and general advisory work, supporting senior counsel and handling contract reviews, research, and compliance tasks.

The position is ideal for a motivated lawyer early in their career, providing hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities for long-term progression within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with a clear record and strong academic background.
• Completion of articles with exposure to commercial or contract law.
• Solid understanding of fundamental principles of South African contract law.
• Excellent research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication abilities and a proactive, client-focused attitude.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Conduct legal research on various commercial law topics and prepare concise legal opinions.
• Support senior advisors in managing compliance initiatives and advising on regulatory matters.
• Review company policies and procedures for legal compliance and recommend updates.
• Assist in managing the company's legal documentation and maintaining legal records.
• Liaise with external counsel and service providers as directed by senior legal staff.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Contract negotiation

Communication

Analytical abilities

Education

Admitted Attorney

Articles completed

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal databases

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and eager Junior Legal Advisor to join their busy legal team in Polokwane . This role provides an excellent platform for a lawyer early in their career to gain broad exposure to various aspects of commercial law , contract drafting, and general legal advisory work. You will support senior legal counsel in providing timely and practical legal advice to internal business units, assisting with contract review, legal research, and compliance matters. This is an ideal starting point for a career in corporate law, offering hands-on experience within a supportive professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, including service agreements and supply contracts.
• Conduct legal research on various commercial law topics and prepare concise legal opinions.
• Support senior advisors in managing compliance initiatives and advising on regulatory matters.
• Review company policies and procedures for legal compliance and recommend updates.
• Assist in managing the company's legal documentation and maintaining legal records.
• Liaise with external counsel and service providers as directed by senior legal staff.

Requirements

• Admitted attorney with a clear record and a strong academic background.
• Completion of articles with some exposure to commercial or contract law.
• Solid understanding of fundamental principles of South African contract law.
• Excellent research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication abilities and a proactive, client-focused attitude.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and benefits package.
• Excellent opportunities for mentorship and professional growth within the legal department.
• Exposure to a diverse range of commercial legal matters.
• Supportive team environment encouraging learning and development.
• Potential for long-term career progression within the organization.