Paralegals

Empower Talent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 127,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

Empower Talent in Johannesburg seeks qualified paralegals to provide legal and administrative support for a 3-month contract period.

The successful candidates will assist with legal compliance processes, document drafting, regulatory matters and legal research across various frameworks, while maintaining records and supporting CPD compliance.

Qualifications

• B Proc, LLB, Paralegal Qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in legal/compliance.
• Articles of Clerkship completed is advantageous.
• Strong drafting and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with legal compliance processes in accordance with applicable legislation and regulations.
• Draft legal documents, contracts, correspondence, and other legal documentation under supervision.
• Maintain and manage legal records, files, and documentation.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries and reports.
• Monitor relevant legislative and regulatory developments.
• Assist with professional conduct matters, disciplinary procedures, and regulatory frameworks.
• Support CPD policies and continuing legal education requirements.
• Assist with compliance relating to tax practitioner regulatory requirements and business rescue practitioner criteria.
• Provide general legal and administrative support to the team.

Skills

Legal drafting

Legal research

Regulatory compliance

Regulatory frameworks

Tax practitioner regulations

Education

B Proc / LLB / Paralegal Qualification

Job description

Job Title : PARALEGAL

Contract Duration: 3 Months
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 12:00
Salary: R12,500 per month

We are seeking qualified and experienced Paralegals to provide legal and administrative support to our client for a 3-month contract period.

The successful candidates will assist with legal compliance processes, legal documentation, regulatory matters, and legal research across various legislative and professional regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with legal compliance processes in accordance with applicable legislation and regulations.
• Draft legal documents, contracts, correspondence, and other legal documentation under supervision.
• Maintain and manage legal records, files, and documentation.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries and reports.
• Monitor relevant legislative and regulatory developments.
• Assist with professional conduct matters, disciplinary procedures, and regulatory frameworks.
• Support the implementation and adherence to CPD policies and continuing legal education requirements.
• Assist with compliance relating to tax practitioner regulatory requirements and business rescue practitioner criteria.
• Provide general legal and administrative support to the team.

Minimum Requirements

• B Proc, LLB, Paralegal Qualification, or another relevant legal qualification.
• Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in a legal or compliance environment.
• Completed Articles of Clerkship will be advantageous.
• Strong legal drafting and research skills.
• Good understanding of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks.

Knowledge & Skills

Candidates should have an understanding of:

• Member and professional compliance processes
• Codes of professional conduct
• Disciplinary procedures
• Tax Administration Act
• CPD policies and continuing legal education requirements
• Regulatory criteria applicable to tax practitioners
• Regulatory requirements applicable to business rescue practitioners
• Other relevant legislation and industry regulations

Key Competencies

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong analytical and research abilities
• Proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to manage confidential legal information professionally