A well-established, medium-sized Pretoria-based asset management and wealth management group is seeking a Junior Legal Advisor to join its Group Legal function.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for a newly admitted attorney or junior legal professional to gain valuable in-house experience within a highly regulated financial services environment.
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and able to manage high volumes of complex legal work in a fast-paced setting.
Key Responsibilities
Provide legal support to Group Legal across the business and affiliated entities
Assist with corporate governance and compliance frameworks
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and legal documents
Prepare board packs, resolutions, and shareholder documentation
Support compliance with regulatory requirements (FSCA, Companies Act, NCA)
Assist with legal risk management and advisory services
Maintain and manage legal records and documentation systems
Provide general legal administrative support across the group structure
Liaise with internal stakeholders and external advisors
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications:
BCom Law / BA Law / LLB Degree
Admitted Attorney
Experience:
1 – 2 years PQE and/or newly admitted attorney
Exposure to commercial / corporate law (advantageous)
Experience within financial services or asset management (beneficial)
Knowledge & Skills
Sound understanding of the Companies Act
Working knowledge of the National Credit Act (NCA)
Understanding of FSCA regulatory framework (advantageous)
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to manage high-volume, detail-driven legal work
Excellent contract drafting and legal writing skills
Strong administrative and organisational abilities
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Fully bilingual (English & Afrikaans)
Key Competencies
Attention to Detail
Logical Problem Solving
Time Management & Prioritisation
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Professional Integrity & Confidentiality
Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Remuneration
Market Related Salary
Why Join This Company?
Gain hands-on in-house legal experience in a reputable asset management firm
Exposure to complex corporate and regulatory legal matters
Work within a dynamic, high-performance legal team
Opportunity for career growth within financial services law