Paralegal

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POSITION INFO:

Job Title: Paralegal

Duration: 6 Months

Salary: R24 500 Per Month

Location: Sandton

Job Purpose

Our client is looking for Paralegals to provide legal and administrative support for a period of 6 months. The successful candidates will assist with compliance processes, legal documentation, and legal research related to various legislative and regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with legal compliance processes in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Draft legal documents, contracts, and correspondence under supervision.

• Support the team in the preparation and maintenance of legal records and files.

• Stay up to date on relevant legislation to ensure full compliance.

• Assist with matters related to professional conduct, disciplinary codes, and regulatory frameworks.

• Contribute to the implementation and adherence to CPD policies and continuing legal education requirements.

• Ensure alignment with tax practitioner regulatory criteria and applicable compliance requirements for business rescue practitioners.

• Conduct legal research and provide summaries or reports as needed.

Formal Education

• Legal qualification such as B Proc, LLB, or Paralegal Qualification is required.

• Completed Articles of Clerkship would be advantageous.

Technical/Legal Knowledge

Understanding of:

• Member and professional compliance processes

• Codes of professional conduct

• Disciplinary procedures

• Tax Administration Act

• CPD policies

• Regulatory criteria for tax practitioners and business rescue practitioners

• All other applicable legislation and industry regulations

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of post-qualification experience in a legal or compliance environment

• Strong legal drafting skills

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks

Competencies

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities

• High attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Analytical thinking and a proactive problem-solving approach