Job Description

Section: Legal Support
Grade: D1
Remuneration: R1 071 016.14 per annum (Cost to Company)
Introduction
The Western Cape Provincial Parliament (WCPP) invites suitably qualified and experienced individuals to apply for the position of Legal Adviser within the Legal Support Unit. This role reports to the Senior Legal Adviser and is responsible for providing professional legal support to the WCPP, including the Office of the Speaker, the Administration, and Parliamentary Committees.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advisory and support services to the WCPP.
• Draft and review contracts and other legal instruments.
• Conduct statutory interpretation and legal research.
• Provide guidance on governance, compliance, and litigation matters.
• Communicate legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree.
• Admission as a legal practitioner in terms of the Legal Practice Act, 2014.
• At least five (5) years' cumulative post-admission experience as an attorney and/or advocate.
• Proven ability to draft high-quality legal opinions.

Competencies and Attributes

• Sound knowledge of legal principles, South African statutes, and case law.
• Understanding of government and parliamentary systems and procedures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• High levels of integrity, confidentiality, and service orientation.
• Adherence to professional legal ethics.
• Subscribe to the values and principles referred to in sections 1 and 195 of the Constitution.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Application Process
Applicants must submit:

• A comprehensive CV.
• Certified copies of qualifications and identity document.
• A short legal opinion (not older than one year) personally drafted by the applicant on a subject of their choice (maximum five pages).

Applications must be submitted as a single consolidated file. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a psychometric assessment and security vetting.
Closing Date: Two weeks from the date of publication. ( 23 September 2025 )
Employment Equity
The WCPP is committed to the principles of employment equity and representivity. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, including persons with disabilities.
Please note: Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. All information will be treated in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

Skills Required