Senior State Advocate - National Prosecutions Services

National Prosecuting Authority; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Prosecuting Authority is seeking a Senior State Advocate to manage complex criminal and organized crime cases in Pretoria. Candidates must possess an LLB and significant legal experience. Responsibilities include advising police on investigations, representing the State in court, and conducting extensive legal research. This role offers an opportunity to impact public safety and justice.

Qualifications

• At least eight years post qualification legal experience in civil and/or criminal litigation.
• Admission as an advocate or attorney is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prosecutions of serious, complex organized crime cases and terrorism matters.
• Draft charge sheets and other court documents.
• Represent the State in all courts and lead witness examinations.

Skills

Legal Research

Prosecution

Advocacy

Criminal Law

Education

LLB

Legal qualification for promotion

Job description

Job title : Senior State Advocate - National Prosecutions Services

Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria Deadline : June 17, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An LLB. For serving prosecutors seeking promotion any appropriate legal qualification.
• At least eight (8) years post qualification legal experience in civil and / or criminal litigation.
• Five (5) years’ experience in legal practice will be added advantage.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in the prosecution of organised crime cases.
• Admission as an advocate or attorney will be an added advantage.

DUTIES :

• Conduct prosecution of serious, complex and organised crime cases and terrorism and terror financing matters.
• Advise the police on the investigation of serious, complex organised crime cases and other matters.
• Conduct legal research and keep up to date with legal developments.
• Draft charge sheets and other court documents and represent the State in all courts. Draft heads of arguments and argue appeals.
• Present cases in court, lead witnesses, cross examine and address the court on conviction and sentence. Appear in motion proceedings and also do appeals and reviews.
• Generally, conduct prosecution on behalf of the State. Attend represent the Organised Crime Unit in stakeholder meetings. Participate in the performance assessment of staff being mentored.