Paralegal

RMB - Rand Merchant Bank; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Johannesburg seeks a dedicated Legal Support Officer to enhance the Global Markets Legal Department's efficiency. The role demands a bachelor's degree in law and at least 5 years of experience within financial markets, legal, or banking sectors. Ideal candidates will be adaptable, eager to learn, and capable of managing key legal documentation while navigating stakeholder interactions. This position offers a collaborative environment focused on achieving client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in legal support or related field.
• Experience in financial markets, legal, or banking preferred.
• Strong understanding of legal documentation processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Global Markets Legal Department in delivering legal services.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align legal processes with business needs.
• Manage legal databases and ensure compliance with regulatory changes.

Skills

Adaptability

Curiosity

Stakeholder engagement

Legal documentation

Education

Legal bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

To ensure efficient and effective support to the Global Markets Legal Department for maximum output in the delivery of legal services and to act as an intermediary between the Global Markets Legal Team and Internal / External contacts. This role includes undertakings such as legal work including preparation of first drafts and initial legal review of standard agreements for Legal Advisors and Legal Heads.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Global Markets Legal Team to understand their function and strategy in a practical and actionable format.
• Collaborate with the Global Markets Legal Team and the business to understand alignment and how the legal process feeds into the broader Global Markets business.
• Take responsibility for the Global Markets Legal databases and systems to facilitate smooth operation and respond to changes.
• Facilitate the development of key systems and databases in response to changing business requirements and regulatory changes.
• Engage with stakeholders in a responsive manner to answer queries and maintain continuous engagement throughout the process.
• Learn the Global Markets legal suite of documentation with a view to producing initial drafts of master documentation and updating agreements with client changes.
• Build professional working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Ensure Business Continuity Management is proactively managed.
• Work with the Global Markets Legal Team to prepare for regulatory and legislative changes.
• Ensure regular monitoring and reporting where appropriate.
• Demonstrate pride in the organisation’s brand, services and products by delivering on the brand promise.
• Maintain personal quality and productivity standards and manage workflow, prioritising and delivering within agreed timeframes and quality standards.
• Demonstrate curiosity and willingness to learn, and adapt to the needs of the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification: Legal bachelor’s degree; preferred qualification may be indicated by employer.
• 5 years’ minimum experience.
• Industry experience: Financial markets / Legal / Banking.
• Versatile, adaptable, self-starter.

Additional Information

• You will have access to opportunities to network and collaborate, challenging work, and opportunities to innovate.
• We are a match if you are curious & courageous, obsessed with mastery, and focused on client outcomes.
• Application deadline: 30/09/25.
• All appointments will be made in line with the employer’s Employment Equity plan. The organization supports recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. Candidates may disclose disability information on a voluntary basis; information will be kept confidential unless required by law to disclose.