Junior Legal Associate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

On-site Centurion office

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Mentorship and training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Legal Associate in Centurion to join a traditional law practice. You will assist senior attorneys with case preparation, legal research, and client communication in an office-based setting, gaining hands-on experience across disciplines.

This role suits a newly qualified lawyer eager to build a foundation under mentorship, with opportunities for development, a competitive starting salary, medical aid, retirement benefits, and potential for career advancement

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with LL.B. degree.
• 0-3 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong legal research methodologies and sources.
• Excellent drafting and writing skills.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in legal software and standard office applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on assigned cases and legal issues.
• Assist in drafting pleadings, affidavits, and other legal documents under supervision.
• Manage case files, ensuring all documentation is organized, accurate, and up-to-date.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and other parties as directed by senior legal staff.
• Attend court proceedings, client meetings, and other legal events as required.
• Provide administrative support to the legal team, including scheduling and correspondence.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Attention to detail

Communication

Office software

Education

LL.B degree

Tools

Legal software

Job description

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Legal Associate to join their established legal practice in Centurion . This is an office-based role where you will gain invaluable experience across various legal disciplines. You will work closely with senior attorneys, assisting in case preparation, legal research, and client communication. This opportunity is perfect for a newly qualified legal professional eager to build a strong foundation in the legal field within a traditional practice setting, benefiting from direct mentorship and hands-on experience in a professional office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on assigned cases and legal issues.
• Assist in drafting pleadings, affidavits, and other legal documents under supervision.
• Manage case files, ensuring all documentation is organized, accurate, and up-to-date.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and other parties as directed by senior legal staff.
• Attend court proceedings, client meetings, and other legal events as required.
• Provide administrative support to the legal team, including scheduling and correspondence.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney (LL.B. degree required).
• 0-3 years of experience post-qualification.
• Strong understanding of legal research methodologies and sources.
• Excellent drafting and writing skills.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in legal software and standard office applications.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary for a junior position.
• On-site work environment in a professional Centurion office.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Mentorship and training opportunities provided by experienced legal professionals.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the firm.