Public Interest Civil & Labour Attorney

Legal Aid South Africa; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A national public entity in South Africa is seeking an experienced Attorney for a permanent position in Polokwane. The ideal candidate must possess an LLB or equivalent and have extensive experience in Labour Law. Responsibilities include providing legal representation at court, training Candidate Attorneys, and managing office administration. Applicants should have at least seven years of post-qualification experience and be an admitted Attorney with High Court rights.

Qualifications

• At least seven years post-qualification legal experience and five years post-admission experience.
• Admitted Attorney with right of appearance in the High Court.
• Minimum four years High Court experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation to the indigent at District and Regional Court level.
• Training of Candidate Attorneys.
• Perform office administration.

Skills

Legal representation at Labour and civil courts

Excellent verbal and written communication

Analytical thinking

Organising and planning

Self-development orientation

Education

LLB degree or equivalent

Qualification in Labour Law

Job description

A national public entity in South Africa is seeking an experienced Attorney for a permanent position in Polokwane. The ideal candidate must possess an LLB or equivalent and have extensive experience in Labour Law. Responsibilities include providing legal representation at court, training Candidate Attorneys, and managing office administration. Applicants should have at least seven years of post-qualification experience and be an admitted Attorney with High Court rights.