Senior Associate Attorney

Oza Holdings; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm in Gauteng seeks a dedicated Associate/Senior Associate Attorney to manage complex legal matters and provide litigation support. Candidates should have at least 5 years of post-qualification experience and strong courtroom skills. The role requires excellent drafting, negotiation, and organizational capabilities. This is a dynamic position offering opportunities to work on varied legal issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Proven litigation experience with strong courtroom skills.
• Solid understanding of arbitration and ADR mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain multiple legal matters and documents.
• Represent the company in litigation and ADR proceedings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal correspondence.

Skills

Litigation experience

Strong drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational ability

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Admitted Attorney

Job description

Purpose of the role

Are you a driven and detail-oriented attorney looking to take the next step in your career?

We are seeking a dedicated Associate / Senior Associate Attorney to join our company's legal team. This role offers exposure to a wide range of legal matters and requires someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is willing to put in the hours to deliver excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain multiple legal matters, files, documents, and court schedules in an organized manner.
• Represent the company in litigation, arbitration, and other alternative dispute resolution (ADR) proceedings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, letters of intent, and legal correspondence (including letters of demand).
• Provide general legal support across various business areas (not limited to a single industry).
• Coordinate with external counsel and regulatory bodies where required.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks while supporting business operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with minimum 5 years post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Proven litigation experience with strong courtroom skills.
• Solid understanding of arbitration and ADR mechanisms.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational ability to handle multiple matters simultaneously.
• Willingness to commit to long and demanding hours when necessary.
• Ability to draft contracts, letters of intent, letters of demand, etc.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with a structured approach.
• Professional integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while being a collaborative team player.

For more information please contact : Siphokazi August