Job Description

Drafting/ Reviewing/ Vetting Agreements

• Draft, vet, analyse and review contracts.
• Review and update contract templates.
• Timeously attend to service requests and submissions.

Legal Advice to ARC user Departments

• Providing written legal advice and support to internal stakeholders as and when required.
• Provide urgent comments, opinion and/ or support on latest legal developments affecting or having an impact on the business of the ARC.

Assist with Litigation Management

• Provide support regarding litigation for and against ARC.
• Providing support in the management of disputes prelitigation and avoiding costly litigation proceedings.

Assist with Budget, Audit, Risk and Stakeholder Management

• Budget Management.
• Audit Management.
• Risk Management.
• Stakeholder Management.

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent Bachelor's Degree in Law
• At least 3 years post admission experience as a practicing attorney or working in a legal advisory capacity with exposure to contract drafting, litigation, legal research, and opinions.
• Proficiency in Ms Office suite.
• Problem-solving, analytical skills and knowledge of the industry within which the ARC operates.
• The ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to think critically, be assertive and show leadership and decisiveness.
• Admission as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.

Enquiries: Ms Tshililo Mabirimisa, (012) 427 9714
CLOSIMG DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12 SEPTEMBER 2025
Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance, competency/leadership assessments and preference will be given to designated groups (including people with disabilities) in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months' probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver's license) and at least three contactable referees must be attached on the form.
SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint

Skills Required