LLB GRADUATE Jnr Legal Associate - R 25-30k pm - STELLENBOSCH (Private Sector)

This role is ideal for someone who does not want to pursue articles in a law firm, but instead wants hands-on exposure inside a commercial business environment where legal work is closely tied to real projects, deals, and development activity across multiple African jurisdictions.

You will work directly with senior legal leadership and play a critical support role in keeping high-value development projects moving smoothly.

What You’ll Be Doing

This is a practical, detail-driven legal role focused on the operational backbone of a fast-moving property group. Responsibilities include:

• Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements and property-related contracts
  

• Managing legal documentation for development transactions
  

• Supporting due diligence on projects across African markets
  

• Handling internal legal admin and compliance tracking
  

• Coordinating with external attorneys and advisors
  

• Assisting with company secretarial and governance processes
  

• Researching regulatory and property frameworks across jurisdictions
  

• Maintaining structured contract and document management systems
  

This role is about precision, reliability, and becoming the person the legal team can depend on to keep the fundamentals running flawlessly.

Requirements

Who This Suits

• Completed LLB degree
  

• Strong attention to detail and document accuracy
  

• Organised, methodical, and calm under pressure
  

• Interested in commercial law and property environments
  

• Comfortable working behind the scenes to support senior decision-makers
  

• Looking for stability and long-term growth in a private sector career
  

• Professional, discreet, and dependable
  

No prior legal practice experience is required. The focus is attitude, discipline, and willingness to learn.

Benefits

Why This Role Is Different

• Direct mentorship inside an in-house legal function
  

• Exposure to cross-border development work
  

• Private sector career path instead of law firm hours
  

• Real responsibility from day one
  

• Stable environment with long-term growth potential
  

This is a rare entry point into an in-house legal career inside a high-value property environment, suited to someone who wants to build expertise