Labour Law Attorney (CCMA and Labour Court)

You'll run your own files from instruction to judgment at a personal injury and medical negligence firm in Durban Central. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The site is in Durban Central; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

• Keep trust account instructions and fee notes accurate
• Review company processes for POPIA and privacy compliance
• Record billable time and hit the monthly target
• Negotiate settlements and draft settlement agreements
• Manage a portfolio of litigation or advisory matters on your own
• Advise clients on risk, settlement and next steps in plain language
• Supervise and train candidate attorneys and paralegals

• Able to manage client relationships without a senior in the room
• Right of appearance in the High Court for litigation posts
• LLB and admission as an attorney of the High Court of South Africa
• At least 2 years of post-admission experience in the relevant field
• Enrolled with the Legal Practice Council and holding a current Fidelity Fund certificate if you handle trust money
• Sound judgement under deadline pressure

• Certificate in data protection or compliance
• Notarial admission

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

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