Temporary Legal Administrator

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

Job summary

A leading educational company is seeking a proactive Legal Administrator to join their Legal Team in Centurion. The ideal candidate should have strong organisational skills, a paralegal qualification, and 2–3 years of experience in a law firm or corporate environment. Duties include managing legal documents, assisting with audit preparations, drafting contracts, and providing support to the legal team.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years post-qualification experience in a reputable law firm and/or corporate legal environment.
• Capable of managing confidential information with discretion.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Organise, maintain, and archive legal documents both digitally and physically.
• Ensure information is backed up and stored according to company procedures.
• Assist with audit preparation and compile necessary documentation.
• Manage the ticketing system and ensure effective stakeholder updates.
• Draft and review contracts and NDAs.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Grade 12

Paralegal qualification

LLB qualification (advantageous)

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.

This position is based in Centurion.

Should you not receive a call from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.