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Job Summary
LLB GRADUATE Jnr Legal Associate - R 25-30k pm - STELLENBOSCH (Private Sector)
A growing in-house legal team within a dynamic property development group is looking for a newly qualified LLB graduate who wants to build a long-term career outside of traditional legal practice.
This role is ideal for someone who does not want to pursue articles in a law firm, but instead wants hands-on exposure inside a commercial business environment where legal work is closely tied to real projects, deals, and development activity across multiple African jurisdictions.
You will work directly with senior legal leadership and play a critical support role in keeping high-value development projects moving smoothly.
What You'll Be Doing
This is a practical, detail-driven legal role focused on the operational backbone of a fast-moving property group. Responsibilities include:
Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements and property-related contracts
Managing legal documentation for development transactions
Supporting due diligence on projects across African markets
Handling internal legal admin and compliance tracking
Coordinating with external attorneys and advisors
Assisting with company secretarial and governance processes
Researching regulatory and property frameworks across jurisdictions
Maintaining structured contract and document management systems
This role is about precision, reliability, and becoming the person the legal team can depend on to keep the fundamentals running flawlessly.
Requirements
Who This Suits
Completed LLB degree
Strong attention to detail and document accuracy
Organised, methodical, and calm under pressure
Interested in commercial law and property environments
Comfortable working behind the scenes to support senior decision-makers
Looking for stability and long-term growth in a private sector career
Professional, discreet, and dependable
No prior legal practice experience is required. The focus is attitude, discipline, and willingness to learn.
Benefits
Why This Role Is Different
Direct mentorship inside an in-house legal function
Exposure to cross-border development work
Private sector career path instead of law firm hours
Real responsibility from day one
Stable environment with long-term growth potential
This is a rare entry point into an in-house legal career inside a high-value property environment, suited to someone who wants to build expertise
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