Job Description

We're hiring a Legal Professional for our Family and Estates department in Cape Town who can use the law to help our policyholders make informed decisions and solve their legal challenges. In this role, you'll give legal advice, mediate disputes, negotiate on behalf of clients, and draft important legal documents. You'll be part of a talented team that works together in a supportive, collaborative environment.



Salary and Benefits:



R240,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.



Discovery Health Medical Aid



Retirement Annuity Contribution



Healthy Company Benefits



What You'll Be Doing:



?Talking with clients to understand their needs and providing quick, clear legal and product advice.



?Helping mediate disputes, working towards settlements and preparing documents



?Attending to family and estate files


?Drafting legal documents and correspondence tailored to the needs of each client.



?Drafting of letters and contracts such as warning letters, referrals, letters of demand, lease agreements and any other letters as required;



?Keeping detailed and organized case file notes, with regular updates to make sure everything is clear and accurate.



?Updating clients on their cases, so they always know what's happening.



?Explaining legal issues in a way that's easy to understand and recording them properly on case files.



?Reviewing cases and offering clear legal and merit opinions to help policyholders make informed decisions.



?Following the company's procedures and policies to maintain high standards in all your work.



Qualifications:



An LLB degree



Admitted as an attorney or advocate



At least 2+ years post admission experience in Family and Estates related disputes



Must demonstrate proficiency in two official African languages, of which Afrikaans must be one



Key Competencies:




?Strong legal knowledge and understanding of legal principles



?Ability to communicate effectively in two official languages of which Afrikaans must be one



?Self-driven and able to lead when needed.



?Clear communicator who works well with others.



?Friendly and easy to get along with.



?Good at working with the team to meet goals.



?Able to plan and think ahead with effective time management skills



?Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.



?Can spot risks and take steps to avoid them.



?Professional and approachable.



?Makes ethical decisions that support both clients and the company.



Why LAW FOR ALL?



Join an award-winning team recognized as one of South Africa's top employers.


?Be part of an agile, mission-driven environment that offers opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid working model, with offices in Cape Town.


This position is available for our Cape Town office



If you're ready to advance your legal career while helping make legal services accessible for all South African's, we'd love to hear from you!