Job Description

Department:

Legal & Compliance

Location:

Johannesburg

Salary:

Stipend

Reporting to:

Director of Legal and Compliance

Reference Number:

LCI/LCD030724

Closing date:

22 August 2025

Purpose of the Job

Macmillan Education South Africa

(a subsidiary of Springer Nature) is seeking to appoint a recent graduate as a

Legal and Compliance Intern

. The successful applicant will provide support to the legal and compliance team and the company as a whole.

Requirements

LLB degree from a registered university or an institution recognised by the Legal Practice Council in South Africa. South African graduate who completed their qualification in the last 3 years (2022-2025). Fluency in English (spoken and written). Ability to interpret legal documents, including legislation, opinions, and case law. Knowledge or practical experience in IP, Company Law, Contract Law, and Commercial/Litigation. Understanding of administration, governance, and compliance issues. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to apply legal knowledge effectively. Excellent problem-solving skills and high attention to detail. High emotional intelligence with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Highly organised, goal-driven, and confident. Patient, professional, and solutions-oriented. Ability to work under pressure and strive for excellence. Committed to confidentiality, integrity, and ethical standards.

Key Responsibilities

Review and draft agreements. Draft minutes of meetings, resolutions, and maintain statutory records. Conduct research and communicate the impact of regulatory matters on the business. Promote awareness of policies throughout the organisation. Handle departmental administration. Liaise with and manage external attorneys. Prepare and process invoices for payment. Index, store, and manage vital documents. Manage contracts from inception to completion. Draft contracts from precedents. Organise and deliver training to the business. Track and follow up on training priorities. Liaise with external company secretaries. Maintain and update company records and information schedules.

Applications

Candidates who are interested in this position and meet the requirements may apply above.


If you have not been contacted within three weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.


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Job Posting End Date:


22-08-2025