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Debt Recovery Attorney (Banking Panel)

How2Apply Talent Network

Johannesburg CBD, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 2 hours ago

Full-time Legal

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Job Description

Take on a real caseload and build your name at a financial services company legal department in Johannesburg CBD. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

The work is in Johannesburg CBD, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

The work, day to day

Brief counsel and prepare them for trial and opposed motions
Review company processes for POPIA and privacy compliance
Negotiate settlements and draft settlement agreements
Track legislation changes that affect clients' businesses
Manage a portfolio of litigation or advisory matters on your own
Keep trust account instructions and fee notes accurate

Must-haves

Strong drafting and legal research
Able to manage client relationships without a senior in the room
Sound judgement under deadline pressure
At least 2 years of post-admission experience in the relevant field

Nice if you have

Certificate in data protection or compliance
Notarial admission

What's in it for you

Clear path to directorship at some firms
Annual bonus linked to billing
Hybrid work outside court days
Paid LPC fees and CPD

Applying, step by step

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): certificate of admission as an attorney plus summary of significant matters you handled, with client names removed.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 9 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Johannesburg CBD; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Before you hit apply

Firms check your LPC standing, so get your certificate of good standing before you apply.
Lead with your admission year, practice area and the courts or forums you appear in.