Paralegal Lease Administrator - Midrand

Dis-Chem Pharmacies; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is seeking a Paralegal Lease Administrator in Midrand to provide legal and administrative support to leasing and property management teams. The ideal candidate will manage lease agreements, ensure compliance with relevant laws, and maintain accurate legal documentation while liaising with various stakeholders.

Benefits

Medical aid

Provident fund

Staff account

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a legal or leasing environment.
• Experience in lease financial calculations.
• Strong understanding of South African property law.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and amend lease agreements.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and internal policies.
• Support the Operations Director and leasing team.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12 / Matric Certificate

Diploma in Paralegal or related field

Degree in Law (LLB)

Job description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies in Midrand has an opportunity available for a Paralegal Lease Administrator.

To provide both legal and administrative support to leasing and property management teams.

The role involves drafting, reviewing, and managing lease agreements while ensuring compliance with South African property, commercial, and pharmacy-related laws.

Maintain accurate legal documentation, support regulatory filings, and liaise with landlords, tenants, and legal professionals to ensure smooth lease execution and alignment with the employer's leasing mandates.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric Certificate or Diploma in Paralegal or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in a legal or leasing environment
• Experience in lease financial calculations, including Present Value (PV) scenarios and comparisons

Advantage:

• Degree in Law (LLB)
• Certification in contract management, procurement, or financial analysis
• Experience in property law, real estate, or leasing

Job Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and amend lease agreements, including offers to lease, addendums, renewals, and letters of intent
• Ensure lease agreements comply with legal standards and internal policies
• Review landlord agreements and recommend changes
• Track lease expirations, renewals, and related matters
• Maintain organized records of all lease documents
• Operate the company's lease management system
• Monitor lease obligations and ensure compliance
• Research legal matters related to leasing and prepare summaries
• Draft legal correspondence and notices
• Liaise with legal counsel as needed
• Participate in lease negotiations
• Assist with legal and regulatory documentation
• Stay updated on relevant laws (e.g., POPIA, CPA)

Administrative Support:

• Support the Operations Director and leasing team
• Maintain logs of lease issues and follow up
• Coordinate with property stakeholders
• Handle confidential information

Competencies:

• Strong understanding of South African property law and leasing principles
• Analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
• Ability to interpret lease terms and assess risks
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership and self-management skills

Conditions of Employment:

• South African citizen
• Clear criminal and credit record
• Driver's license and own transport
• Occasional travel

Remuneration and Benefits:

• Market-related salary
• Medical aid, provident fund, staff account

Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you haven't heard within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer and actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.