Temporary Legal Administrator

Optimi Learning; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational firm is seeking a Temporary Legal Administrator in Centurion. The role involves managing legal documents, assisting with audits, and liaising with various departments for compliance. Candidates should have a Grade 12, a paralegal qualification, and ideally an LLB. Strong organisational skills and confidentiality are essential. This position requires 2-3 years of experience in legal environments.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years post-qualification experience in a reputable law firm or corporate legal environment.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Organise and archive legal documents.
• Ensure proper backup and storage of information.
• Assist with audit preparation.
• Draft and review contracts and NDAs.
• Liaise with departments for compliance.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Grade 12

Paralegal qualification

LLB qualification

Job description

Overview

Job title: Temporary Legal Administrator

Job Location: Gauteng, Centurion

Deadline: October 31, 2025

Job Description

• Optimi is seeking a proactive and professional Legal Administrator to join our Legal Team. The ideal candidate should be highly organised, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while meeting tight deadlines. They must have strong attention to detail, a commitment to confidentiality, and be able to communicate effectively across departments.

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Paralegal qualification
• LLB qualification (advantageous)
• 2–3 years post-qualification experience in a reputable law firm and / or corporate legal environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information with discretion

Duties

• Organise, maintain, and archive legal documents both digitally and physically.
• Ensure information is backed up and stored in accordance with company procedures.
• Provide timely access upon request.
• Assist with audit preparation.
• Compile necessary documentation and maintain accurate B-BBEE records.
• Manage the ticketing system, track queries, and ensure effective stakeholder updates and resolutions.
• Draft and review contracts and NDAs.
• Liaise with departments to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Support tracking and documentation of compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Serve as the liaison for legal queries, ensuring clear and effective communication across teams.
• Provide legal research, administrative assistance, and general support to the legal team.