549 Legal Career jobs in South Africa

• Prepare, type, and format legal documents, pleadings, contracts, and correspondence.
• Manage attorneys diaries, appointments, and scheduling of court appearances.
• Organize, maintain, and update case files and filing systems (both physical and digital).
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence in a professional manner.
• Coordinate service and filing of court documents, liaising with relevant stakeholders.
• Assist with preparation of invoices, billing, and basic bookkeeping support.
• Manage office supplies, stationery, and general administrative functions.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and firm information at all times.

• South African Unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34.
• Must not have participated on the YES programme before.
• Matric
• Degree/Diploma in Law
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication skills.

PM Jacobs Group specialises in multiple sectors from Legal-; Accounting-; Tax-; Financial Planning-; Projects-; International-; Global Business Strategies- to Renewable Energy services. 

The PM Jacobs Legal Department would like to expand and invest in an ambitious, agile Paralegal/ Legal Assistant with 3+ Years experience in the Legal field; who is fluently Afrikaans speaking; who is committed to self-development; have a continuous learning mind-set with academic proficiency; demonstrate leadership qualities with an analytical mind-set; strong business acumen and organization skills; and your values & ethics are driven by your sense of integrity and honesty.

Individuals who share our values & passion will be part of a unique environment providing clients with the ultimate business solution.

Please note that your daily responsibilities will not be limited to Legal responsibilities and will include assisting with administration, finance etc.

Requirements for application:

• Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies
• 3 + Years Experience in the Legal field
• Fluently Afrikaans speaking/ reading and writing skills is a definite need
• Experience in a client services environment
• Drafting Skills
• Administration and Finance experience
• This role requires a candidate who is ambitious regarding a career in the legal industry
• Computer Literate
• Certified Identity Document
• Curriculum Vitae with references
• Certified Copies of Qualification/s (Grade 12 certificate & Tertiary Qualification)
• Certified Copies of your Academic record/s
• Excellent Afrikaans/ English communication, reading and writing skills
• Strong Networking and Social Skills; and
• Clear Credit & Criminal check.

Advantages: 

• Additional Qualifications would be an advantage.

Procedure:

• Submit required documents
• Short listed candidates will be contacted, and suitable Interview dates will be provided accordingly.

PM Jacobs Group was established by Mr. Jacobs (Snr) in 2002, with over 30 years’ experience in Property Law and High Court Litigation.

We are a leading multinational manufacturer and distributor of consumer goods and electronics, operating across diverse global markets. Innovation, compliance, and responsible business practices are at the core of our success. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a dynamic and experienced Legal Advisor to join our legal team and support our global operations.

The Legal Advisor will be responsible for managing a wide range of complex legal matters for the group across local and international jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial legal background, a sharp business acumen, and a pragmatic approach to managing legal risk in a fast-paced multinational environment.

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court.
• Minimum of 5 years’ post-admission legal experience, ideally within a large law firm, corporate, or multinational environment.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Solid knowledge of South African commercial law and familiarity with international legal frameworks.
• Experience in managing legal risk, litigation, and compliance with local and global legislation.

• Contract drafting, review, and negotiation.
• Managing the full lifecycle of legal documents for the group, including:
• Commercial Agreements: Service level, distribution, joint venture, profit share, and sale agreements (business, shares, subscription).
• Corporate Documents: Shareholders agreements, MOIs, deeds of adherence, resolutions.
• Lease and Finance Agreements: Lease agreements, loan agreements, pledge and cession agreements, guarantees, and suretyships.
• IP and Confidentiality: NDAs, non-circumvent agreements, trademark matters.
• Internal Compliance: Policies, terms, and conditions.
• Legal Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks.
• Litigation Management: Oversee and manage litigation and dispute resolution processes.
• Regulatory Compliance & Advisory: Provide legal advice and opinions on relevant laws such as CPA, NCA, POPIA, Companies Act, and Competition Act. Stay updated on legislative changes.
• Legal Research & Stakeholder Engagement: Conduct legal research, prepare reports, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative approach.
• Sound judgment and solutions-oriented mindset.

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

The role involves receiving and vetting new inflows, preparing documents, and managing trial preparations and invoices within agreed timelines and Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Key responsibilities include analyzing legal correspondence and attorney reports to understand their content, managing external attorney relationships, and influencing attorney behavior. This position covers various products, including Home Loans, VAF, Business Lending, Retail Lending, Card Lending, and Access Loans.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma in Legal

Experience Required

• Legal Experience
• 5-7 years proven experience in the provision of basic legal advice, preferably within the legal and/or financial sectors.

• Experience with Ghost Practice would be ideal
• Experience working with Court Online and Case Lines would be preferred
• Knowledge of Daily Administrative Tasks would be ideal
• General Sheriff Knowledge would be an advantage
• Basic Drafting Knowledge would be preferred
• Experience Interacting with Correspondent's would a benefit