Junior Legal Counsel

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Medical aid and provident fund

Mentorship from experienced legal pros

Opportunities for professional dev and

Paid study leave for professional dev.

Annual performance bonus eligibility

Employee wellness initiatives

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein invites applications for a Junior Legal Counsel. You will support senior counsel across corporate law, commercial contracts, and compliance, gaining broad practical exposure in a growing legal team.

The role is ideal for a recently qualified attorney seeking mentorship, hands-on drafting and research experience, and a strong foundation for a legal career within a professional, ethical workplace.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with less than 5 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong academic record and foundational knowledge of South African law.
• Excellent research, analytical, and drafting skills.
• Proficient in legal drafting and review.
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior legal counsel in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Conduct legal research on various legal issues relevant to the company's operations.
• Support the corporate secretarial function, including minute-taking and compliance checks.
• Help maintain and update legal records and databases.
• Assist with legal documentation for corporate transactions and projects.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant South African legislation.
• Provide general legal support to various business departments.
• Participate in internal audits and risk assessments.
• Monitor legal developments and communicate relevant updates.
• Respond to routine legal inquiries from internal stakeholders.

Skills

Legal drafting

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Admitted Attorney

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal research tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing enterprise, is looking for an ambitious and diligent Junior Legal Counsel to join their supportive legal team in Bloemfontein, Free State . This role provides an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified lawyer to gain broad experience across various legal disciplines, including corporate law, commercial contracts, and compliance. You will assist senior legal counsel in providing legal advice and support to the business, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements. This position is ideal for someone eager to learn, develop their legal expertise, and contribute to a professional and ethical work environment. We are committed to mentoring and developing emerging legal talent within Bloemfontein . Join us and build a strong foundation for your legal career.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior legal counsel in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Conduct legal research on various legal issues relevant to the company's operations.
• Support the corporate secretarial function, including minute-taking and compliance checks.
• Help maintain and update legal records and databases.
• Assist with legal documentation for corporate transactions and projects.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant South African legislation.
• Provide general legal support to various business departments.
• Participate in internal audits and risk assessments.
• Monitor legal developments and communicate relevant updates.
• Respond to routine legal inquiries from internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with less than 5 years post-qualification experience.
• A strong academic record and foundational knowledge of South African law.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in legal drafting and review.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• Eagerness to learn and develop expertise in various legal fields.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
• Proactive attitude and strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with regular reviews.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund.
• Mentorship from experienced legal professionals.
• Opportunities for professional development and further studies.
• A positive and supportive team culture in Bloemfontein .
• Exposure to a wide range of legal work.
• Paid study leave for professional development.
• Annual performance bonus eligibility.
• Employee wellness initiatives.