Legal Advisor

The Legal Advisor will ensure compliance with the rules and regulations of the legal practice council, stay updated with changes in legislation and legal procedures affecting and manage the conveyancing process for property transactions.

The position is located in De Aar, Northern Cape. Strong performers can expect clear paths to greater responsibility. Hard work is matched by genuine respect for the people who do it. If that sounds like you, we would be glad to receive your application.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, court officials, and other stakeholders professionally, providing updates and managing expectations.
• Ensure compliance with the rules and regulations of the legal practice council and maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Maintain and organise legal files and records in physical and electronic format, ensuring documents are correctly indexed and retrievable.
• Stay updated with changes in legislation and legal procedures affecting the practice areas in which the firm operates.
• Conduct legal research using legislation, case law databases, and legal textbooks to support legal opinions and arguments.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail to ensure documents are error-free and deadlines and filing requirements are strictly observed.
• Excellent word processing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office to produce accurately typed legal documents.
• High ethical standards and the ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and integrity.
• For candidate attorney positions, an LLB degree from an accredited university and eligibility to register articles with the law society.
• For paralegal and secretary roles, a diploma or certificate in legal studies, paralegal practice, or legal secretarial studies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients, counsel, and court personnel professionally.
• A minimum of one to three years of experience in a legal environment including a law firm, corporate legal department, or public service.

Qualifications

Postgraduate Certificate in Law or Compliance