Junior Legal Executive

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Full-time employment

Medical scheme access

Mentorship and training

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a Junior Legal Executive to support the legal team. You will assist with drafting, reviewing, and filing contracts, conduct legal research, and help manage documents.

This entry-level role offers mentorship, exposure to compliance, and opportunities for career growth within the legal department of a dynamic company rooted in Soweto.

Qualifications

• Completed LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• 0-3 years of experience in a legal support or junior legal role.
• Good understanding of legal principles and contract law basics.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in legal research and standard office software.
• Eagerness to learn and develop legal skills in a professional setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the drafting, review, and filing of legal documents and contracts.
• Perform legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law relevant to business operations.
• Manage and maintain organized legal files and databases.
• Provide administrative support to the legal team, including scheduling and correspondence.
• Help ensure company-wide compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Legal research

Contract law basics

Education

LLB degree or equivalent

Tools

Office software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an established entity in Soweto , Gauteng, is actively seeking a motivated Junior Legal Executive to join their expanding legal support team. This role is designed for an ambitious individual looking to gain comprehensive experience in various aspects of legal practice, including contract management, compliance, and general legal administration. You will work closely with senior legal professionals, assisting them in managing legal documentation and ensuring the smooth functioning of the legal department. This is a fantastic entry point for a budding legal professional eager to build a career in the legal field within the vibrant community of Soweto.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the drafting, review, and filing of legal documents and contracts.
• Perform legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law relevant to business operations.
• Manage and maintain organized legal files and databases.
• Provide administrative support to the legal team, including scheduling and correspondence.
• Help ensure company-wide compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders as needed.

Requirements

• Completed LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• 0-3 years of experience in a legal support or junior legal role.
• Good understanding of legal principles and contract law basics.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in legal research and standard office software.
• Eagerness to learn and develop legal skills in a professional setting.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and performance-based increases.
• Full-time employment with opportunities for career advancement.
• Access to company medical scheme and other standard benefits.
• Mentorship and training from experienced legal professionals.
• Contribute to the legal framework of a company rooted in Soweto .