Librarian – Legal Sector | Johannesburg | Durban | Cape Town

AGC Recruitment Pty Ltd; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier legal firm is seeking a Junior Librarian to provide research and information services to teams across South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Library & Information Science and 3–5 years of experience. You will conduct legal research, manage interlibrary loans, and assist with resource maintenance. This role offers a supportive environment and opportunities for knowledge innovation.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of law library experience required.
• Strong knowledge of library systems and resources.
• Ability to conduct legal research and respond to queries.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and respond to high-level queries.
• Support BD teams with strategic monitoring and legal updates.
• Catalogue, circulate, and maintain library materials.
• Assist with user training and manage resources.

Skills

Legal research

Communication

Organisational skills

Knowledge of LexisNexis

Education

Degree / Diploma in Library & Information Science

Tools

LexisNexis

Juta

Sabinet

Sirsi

Inmagic

Job description

A top-tier legal firm seeks a Junior Librarian to provide research, reference, and information services to internal teams across Johannesburg, Durban, and Cape Town. You will support legal professionals with business development insights, manage interlibrary loans, and maintain electronic / legal resources. The successful candidate can be based either in Johannesburg, Durban orCape Town

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and respond to high-level queries
• Support BD teams with strategic monitoring and legal updates
• Catalogue, circulate, and maintain library materials
• Assist with user training and manage resources during absences

Requirements

• Degree / Diploma in Library & Information Science
• 3–5 years of law library experience
• Strong knowledge of LexisNexis, Juta, Sabinet, and library systems (e.g., Sirsi, Inmagic)
• Excellent communication, research, and organisational skills

Remuneration

Salary Market Related

Interested

Join a supportive legal environment where your expertise will drive knowledge and innovation.

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