Job Description

Juristic Manager - Assist Group SA (Pty) Ltd

Location:

Tygervalley, Western Cape

Job Type:

Full-Time

Seniority:

Senior Legal Professional (5-7 years post-articles)

Industry:

Real Estate Investment, Conveyancing, Legal Compliance

About the Role

Assist Group SA (Pty) Ltd and its legal division, Legal Convey and Risk Assist (Pty) Ltd, are appointing a

Juristic Manager

to oversee and execute the legal and compliance framework across its subsidiaries. This is a senior strategic role directly supporting the CEO, COO, and EXCO in driving operational excellence and mitigating legal risk within the real estate investment environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Juristic Department, including the setup of structures and systems. Oversee conveyancing, litigation, and registration of securities through panel attorneys. Act as Principal for

PPRA

compliance and ensure

FIC

legal adherence. Draft, review, and manage contracts including: Property agreements, master agreements, sales of shares, service-level agreements, and subscription contracts. Serve on the

Risk Committee

and contribute to legal risk identification and mitigation. Facilitate and manage: Pre-legal actions (e.g., mediation, letters of demand) Stakeholder coordination across property buyers, sellers, agents, and banks Client representation in real estate transactions Ensure ongoing compliance with all relevant legal frameworks, including AML regulations and property law. Implement innovative legal and operational procedures that align with the Group's mission.

Strategic Impact

For Property Investors and Owners:

Safeguard all legal aspects of transactions. Accelerate and streamline conveyancing processes. Provide legal insights that influence investment strategies.

For Internal & External Legal Teams:

Build strong partnerships with panel attorneys and internal leaders. Drive reputational excellence through compliance and operational delivery. Support ethical and sustainable investment transactions.

Requirements

Admitted Attorney with

5-7+ years of post-articles experience

Proven experience in property law, conveyancing, and litigation Experience managing legal SLAs with external panel attorneys Registered with the

Legal Practice Council - Western Cape

Strong understanding of PPRA and FIC compliance requirements Ability to assess legal and operational risks across complex property deals Experience serving on a Risk Committee or similar governance forum Excellent drafting, negotiation, and contract management skills High attention to detail, structured problem-solving, and team leadership

Technical Competencies

Proficiency in SaaS-based legal platforms (conveyancing, litigation, compliance) Strong computer literacy across all devices and platforms Bilingual in

Afrikaans and English

(additional languages advantageous)

Additional Requirements

Own transport and office setup (computer, internet, printer/scanner) Based in Cape Town or willing to work from the

Tygervalley head office

Willingness to undergo industry-specific product and compliance training Professional appearance and a strong ethical foundation Must have an existing legal or property business network

Remuneration & Benefits

Competitive starting salary (to be confirmed) Monthly

performance bonuses

Bi-annual

profit-share bonuses

Additional

commission

on referred or generated business

Company Overview

We are not a traditional legal or real estate firm. Assist Group SA and its subsidiaries exist to provide holistic, people-focused solutions in the property sector--especially for distressed homeowners and investors seeking strategic, risk-managed opportunities.

Learn more:

www.assistgroup.co.za

www.realestateassist.co.za

www.wealthassist.co.za

Applications close soon. Apply now to lead legal strategy in a dynamic, purpose-driven company.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

Bellville, Western Cape 7530: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/07/11
Expected Start Date: 2025/07/28