Legal Advisor

Public Protector South Africa; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental legal organization seeks a Legal Advisor in Gauteng, Pretoria. The role involves providing legal advice, drafting documents, and managing civil litigations. Candidates must have an LLB degree and at least 3 years of experience in the legal field. A valid driver's license is required. This position offers the opportunity to impact legal practices within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the legal field.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Proven experience in Administrative Law and Public Law.

Responsibilities

• Organise and provide legal advice to the organisation.
• Draft legal opinions and negotiate contracts.
• Handle civil litigations in High and Magistrate’s Court.

Skills

Legal advice

Drafting legal documents

Civil litigation experience

Legal research

Negotiation skills

Education

LLB degree and admission as an Attorney or Advocate

Job description

Job title : Legal Advisor

Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline : November 29, 2025

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Role Overview :

The appointed candidate will report to the Manager : Legal Services and will be responsible to organise and provide legal advise to the organisation and its employees and also protect them from any sort of legal implications.

Qualifications and Experience

• LLB degree with minimum of 3 years’ experience in the legal field and admission as an Attorney or Advocate
• A valid driver’s license. Experience in providing legal advice, drafting of legal opinions and negotiating, scrutinizing, drafting and editing legislation, legal documents and / or contracts
• Proven Practical experience in Administrative Law, Public and Constitutional Law , Commercial Law, Law of Contract, Procurement Laws, Policies and Prescripts, Labour Law, Disciplinary and Labour Relations matter, including dealing with CCMA and Labour Court cases
• Civil Litigations in the High Court and Magistrate’s Court
• Legal Research

Closing : November 20, 2025