Junior Legal Officer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Comprehensive medical insurance and退休金

Mentorship and training opportunities

Flexible remote work arrangements

Exposure to diverse legal practice

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Legal Officer to support the legal team remotely, focusing on the Port Elizabeth region. The role offers hands-on exposure to contract administration, compliance, and general legal support, with mentorship from senior staff.

Ideal for a candidate with a relevant legal qualification and up to 3 years in a legal support role, ready to develop skills in research, documentation, and regulatory filings in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• A relevant legal qualification (e.g., LLB, B.Com Law) or equivalent.
• Up to 3 years of experience in a legal support role or internship.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and basic legal principles.
• Proficiency in using legal research databases and standard office software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, essential for remote work.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the drafting, reviewing, and filing of legal documents and correspondence.
• Conduct legal research on specific cases and statutory provisions.
• Support the management of contracts, including tracking renewals and compliance.
• Help prepare documentation for corporate meetings and regulatory filings.
• Maintain organized legal files and databases, both physical and digital.
• Provide administrative support to the legal team as required.

Skills

Legal research

Remote work

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

LLB / B.Com Law

Tools

Legal research databases

Office software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Legal Officer to support their legal team remotely, with a focus on the Port Elizabeth region. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity for a budding legal professional to gain hands-on experience across various legal disciplines, including contract administration, compliance, and general legal support. You will work closely with senior legal staff, assisting with research, document preparation, and ensuring the smooth operation of the legal department from a remote capacity. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn and grow within the legal field.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the drafting, reviewing, and filing of legal documents and correspondence.
• Conduct legal research on specific cases and statutory provisions.
• Support the management of contracts, including tracking renewals and compliance.
• Help prepare documentation for corporate meetings and regulatory filings.
• Maintain organized legal files and databases, both physical and digital.
• Provide administrative support to the legal team as required.

Requirements

• A relevant legal qualification (e.g., LLB, B.Com Law) or equivalent.
• Up to 3 years of experience in a legal support role or internship.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and basic legal principles.
• Proficiency in using legal research databases and standard office software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, essential for remote work.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Comprehensive medical insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Mentorship and training opportunities from experienced legal professionals.
• Flexible remote work arrangements.
• Exposure to diverse legal practice areas within a supportive environment.