Pol / Lp-Civlabour / 30 / 09 / 2022 Polokwane Local Office - Legal Practitioner - Civil Labour

Legal Aid South Africa; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Legal Aid South Africa is seeking a qualified Attorney to provide legal representation and support to the indigent in Polokwane. With over seven years of experience required, the role includes training Candidate Attorneys and handling civil matters, emphasizing Labour Law expertise. This is a permanent, rewarding position for those passionate about legal advocacy and community support.

Qualifications

• At least seven years of post-qualification legal experience.
• Admitted Attorney with right of appearance in the High Court.
• Extensive knowledge of Labour Law.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation to the indigent at District and Regional Court levels.
• Train Candidate Attorneys.
• Perform office administration.
• Represent women, children, and landless people in civil matters.

Skills

Legal representation at Labour and civil courts

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organising and planning skills

Education

LLB degree or equivalent

Qualification in Labour Law

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 a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 13 consecutive years.

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

Applications are invited from interested persons to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis.

The position is based in Polokwane.

Key Outputs

1. Provide legal representation to the indigent at District and Regional Court levels.
2. Train Candidate Attorneys.
3. Perform office administration.
4. Represent women, children, and landless people in civil matters.

Competencies Required

• LLB degree or equivalent.
• Legal representation at Labour and civil courts.
• At least seven years of post-qualification legal experience and five years post-admission experience.
• Admitted Attorney with right of appearance in the High Court with a minimum of four years of High Court experience, or admitted Advocate with pupillage and a minimum of four years of High Court experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Labour Law and its application.
• Qualification in Labour Law is an added advantage.
• Excellent knowledge and experience of labour matters.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to relate at all levels.
• Analytical thinking.
• Organising and planning skills.
• Self-development orientation.

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies must be submitted by close of business on 18 October, quoting the reference number POL / LP-CIVLABOUR / 30 / 09 / in the subject line to
or apply online at.

Applicants not contacted within two months may consider their application unsuccessful.