Job Description

Overview

We are a rapidly growing, well-funded company with a dynamic, fast-paced start-up culture where innovation, adaptability, and proactive problem-solving are critical to our success. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Attorney to join our Legal Team. This role presents an excellent opportunity to work in an evolving legal environment with cross-border challenges and diverse legal matters. You will work alongside senior legal professionals, contributing to various legal functions, including supporting international legal issues in Canada and South Africa.

As a Junior Attorney at Enable Benefits, you will assist in managing legal matters related to debt collection, client payments, compliance, and more, across multiple jurisdictions. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with senior leadership, gain valuable legal experience, and contribute to a wide range of tasks, including contract review, legal research, and advising on debt-related matters.

Key Responsibilities:

Debt Collection & Client Payments: Manage debt recovery efforts, ensuring clients make timely payments. Communicate with clients, negotiate payment arrangements, track overdue accounts, and, when necessary, advise on escalation to legal action. Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct legal research on debt collection law, commercial law, and international regulations. Provide clear, actionable insights to assist in decision-making, particularly within Canadian and South African legal frameworks. Contract Review & Drafting: Assist in drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts to ensure compliance with applicable laws. Advise on legal risks related to payment terms, collection clauses, and other key provisions. Small Claims Court Representation: Assist with small claims court cases related to unpaid debts, including preparing legal documents, filing claims, and supporting representation in court. Work closely with external counsel as needed. Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, especially in Canadian and South African jurisdictions. Contribute to risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate legal risks. Legal Advisory Support: Provide legal support to senior attorneys, assisting with the preparation of legal memoranda, document organization, and advising on debt-related legal matters. International Legal Matters: Assist in managing legal issues related to cross-border debt collection and international compliance, particularly between Canada and South Africa. General Legal Support: Organize and maintain legal files, monitor contract deadlines, and ensure compliance with legal protocols for debt-related matters.

Experience & Qualifications

Education:

A law degree (LLB or equivalent) is required.

Experience:

1-3 years of experience in a legal role, with a focus on debt collection, contract law, or related legal matters. Proven experience managing debt recovery efforts, including negotiating payment terms and preparing legal documents. Experience in contract law, compliance, or corporate governance is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders. Experience handling debt collection matters, including drafting legal documents, negotiating payment terms, and initiating legal action. Exceptional attention to detail, particularly in legal document preparation and regulatory compliance. Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced, start-up environment while maintaining accuracy and efficiency. Strong communication skills, capable of interacting with various teams and stakeholders, both internally and externally. Proficiency with legal software, MS Office, and document management systems is a plus.

Personal Attributes:

Proactive, solution-oriented, and capable of anticipating legal needs in a high-energy, fast-paced environment. Self-sufficient and able to manage legal tasks independently while collaborating with senior legal staff and leadership. High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information. Adaptable and eager to learn, thriving in a dynamic and evolving legal environment, especially in cross-border legal matters. Admission to practice law (or in the process of becoming licensed) is a plus. Knowledge of Canadian law, particularly debt collection and enforcement, is an advantage.
Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person