Paralegal

Empower Talent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 50 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking 5 Paralegals to provide essential legal and administrative support for a 3-month period. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in compliance processes, legal documentation, and research within a dynamic environment. The successful candidates will work closely with legal professionals, ensuring adherence to various legislative and regulatory frameworks while honing their skills in a collaborative setting. If you are detail-oriented and possess a legal qualification, this position is an excellent stepping stone in your legal career.

Qualifications

• Legal qualification is required, with an emphasis on compliance and documentation.
• 1 year of experience in a legal or compliance environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with legal compliance processes and draft legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and provide summaries as needed.

Skills

Legal Research

Compliance Processes

Drafting Legal Documents

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Analytical Thinking

Education

B Proc

LLB

Paralegal Qualification

Job description

Our client is looking for 5 Paralegals to provide legal and administrative support for a period of 3 months. The successful candidates will assist with compliance processes, legal documentation, and legal research related to various legislative and regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with legal compliance processes in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Draft legal documents, contracts, and correspondence under supervision.
• Support the team in the preparation and maintenance of legal records and files.
• Stay up to date on relevant legislation to ensure full compliance.
• Assist with matters related to professional conduct, disciplinary codes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Contribute to the implementation and adherence to CPD policies and continuing legal education requirements.
• Ensure alignment with tax practitioner regulatory criteria and applicable compliance requirements for business rescue practitioners.
• Conduct legal research and provide summaries or reports as needed.

Knowledge and Skills

Formal Education

• Legal qualification such as B Proc, LLB, or Paralegal Qualification is required.
• Completed Articles of Clerkship would be advantageous.

Technical / Legal Knowledge

• Understanding of :

Member and professional compliance processes

• Codes of professional conduct
• Disciplinary procedures
• Tax Administration Act
• Regulatory criteria for tax practitioners and business rescue practitioners
• All other applicable legislation and industry regulations

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of post-qualification experience in a legal or compliance environment
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical thinking and a proactive problem-solving approach

Application Deadline :

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs before 22nd of April 2025 .