Nelspruit Local Office – High Court Unit Manager

Legal Aid South Africa; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Legal Aid South Africa is seeking a Manager for the High Court Unit in Mbombela. The ideal candidate will have a recognised legal qualification, extensive experience in legal practice, and strong management skills. This role involves overseeing legal aid services, managing finances, and supervising legal practitioners. The organization promotes equity and is committed to enhancing representativity in line with its Employment Equity Plan.

Qualifications

• Recognised tertiary legal qualification (LLB or B.Proc).
• Admitted Attorney or Advocate with right of appearance in High Court.
• At least 12 years post-qualification legal experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the functioning and administration of the High Court Unit.
• Supervise and guide the High Court Unit Legal Practitioners.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of the annual budget.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Thinking

Education

LLB or B.Proc

Job description

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity and a key contributor to South Africa's constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons.

The organisation has a national footprint across all nine provinces and is recognized as a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 12 consecutive years.

We offer an exciting Employment Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth, and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from interested persons to fill the above-mentioned position on a permanent basis.

The position is based in Nelspruit.

KEY OUTPUTS

1. Manage the functioning and administration of the High Court Unit.
2. Manage legal aid to the poor within the jurisdiction.
3. Supervise and guide the High Court Unit Legal Practitioners.
4. Manage the allocation of cases to private practitioners (Judicare) in High Court cases.
5. Assist with the preparation and maintenance of the annual budget for the Unit.
6. Ensure sound management of the Unit's finances and assets.
7. Manage the client database on Sebenza.

PETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

• A recognised tertiary legal qualification (LLB or B.Proc).
• Admitted Attorney or Advocate with the right of appearance in the High Court.
• At least 12 years post-qualification legal experience, with 10 years post-admission, including 4 years court experience.
• Minimum three years management experience.
• A valid Code 08 driver's license is advantageous.
• Excellent leadership and people development skills with a proven record in training.
• Experience in budget preparation and management.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Innovative, creative, and analytical thinking abilities.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies.

Salary: R, .00 (All-inclusive package) per annum (CM -1). The ideal candidate is a senior Attorney or Advocate, well-regarded in the legal fraternity, with a proven track record in criminal and civil litigation, motivated, self-driven, mature, and a team player.

Applicants must submit a detailed curriculum vitae demonstrating practical application of the role's outputs and competencies by the close of business on 26 October, quoting the reference number NEL-HCM / 08 / 10 / in the subject line, to or apply online at [application link]. For inquiries, contact Theophelus Shange at [phone number].

Legal Aid SA is committed to promoting equity (race, gender, disability) through the appointment of candidates who will enhance representativity in line with our Employment Equity Plan.

Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not make an appointment if it serves the organisation's best interests.

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