Junior Legal Counsel

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension fund

Mentorship program

On-site in Kimberley

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Legal Counsel in Kimberley to join a growing legal team. The role offers exposure to contract review, regulatory compliance, and corporate support, with mentorship from senior lawyers in a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate holds an LLB, is admitted as an Attorney, and has 0–3 years of post-qualification experience. A proactive, organized approach is essential for success in this entry-level position on-site in Kimberley.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized institution.
• Admission as an Attorney of the High Court is required.
• Zero to three years of post-qualification experience in a legal setting.
• Strong foundational knowledge of contract law and general corporate principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and a proactive approach to learning and task completion.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and standard agreements.
• Conduct legal research on various topics and prepare concise memos for senior staff.
• Support the legal team in ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Help manage corporate record-keeping and assist with corporate secretarial functions.
• Provide administrative and practical support on various legal projects as assigned.

Skills

Contract law

Corporate law basics

Education

LLB degree

Attorney admission

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an ambitious and detail-oriented Junior Legal Counsel to join their thriving legal team in Kimberley . This role provides an excellent foundation for an emerging legal professional, offering exposure to a variety of legal matters including contract review, regulatory compliance, and corporate support. You will work closely with senior legal advisors, assisting them in managing legal risks and ensuring adherence to legal standards. This is a fantastic entry point for a promising lawyer eager to build their career in a supportive environment within Kimberley .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and standard agreements.
• Conduct legal research on various topics and prepare concise memos for senior staff.
• Support the legal team in ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Help manage corporate record-keeping and assist with corporate secretarial functions.
• Provide administrative and practical support on various legal projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized institution.
• Admission as an Attorney of the High Court is required.
• Zero to three years of post-qualification experience in a legal setting.
• Strong foundational knowledge of contract law and general corporate principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and a proactive approach to learning and task completion.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with opportunities for review and increase.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund benefits.
• Mentorship program and dedicated support for professional development.
• On-site work environment in Kimberley , fostering team collaboration.
• Exposure to diverse legal challenges within a growing organization.