Legal Counsel (Compliance and POPIA)

How2Apply Talent Network
Pretoria West, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 8 hours ago
Full-time Legal
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Job Description

Take on a real caseload and build your name at a boutique labour law practice in Pretoria West. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

You'll report in Pretoria West. Relocation is not covered for this one.

What you'll actually do

  • Advise clients on risk, settlement and next steps in plain language
  • Track legislation changes that affect clients' businesses
  • Review company processes for POPIA and privacy compliance
  • Appear in the magistrate's court, CCMA, Labour Court or High Court as your matters need
  • Draft and review contracts, shareholder agreements and legal opinions
  • Record billable time and hit the monthly target
  • Negotiate settlements and draft settlement agreements

What you need

  • 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
  • Right of appearance in the High Court for litigation posts
  • Able to manage client relationships without a senior in the room
  • Sound judgement under deadline pressure

On offer

  • Paid LPC fees and CPD
  • Annual bonus linked to billing
  • Clear path to directorship at some firms

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: summary of significant matters you handled, with client names removed plus certificate of admission as an attorney.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 10 working days, usually by phone.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Pretoria West.

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.
  • Give a short matter list with outcomes, stripped of client names, to prove your experience.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationPretoria West, Gauteng
CategoryLegal
Experience9+ years
Posted16 October 2026
Closing Date18 November 2026
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