Junior Legal Advisor

12 hours ago

Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Stellenbosch University Full time R450 000 - R900 000 per year

Duties/Pligte

  1. General legal advice and support

  2. Promptly responding to enquiries directed to the Legal Services Office.

  3. Providing written and verbal feedback on legal enquiries within reasonable timelines.
  4. Serving on task teams, providing guidance on legal implications and potential risks.

  5. Acting in the best interests of Stellenbosch University after weighing all opinions, interests, and evidence.

  6. Drafting, reviewing, and vetting legal documents

  7. Drafting, reviewing, and vetting legislation, policies, regulations, management documents, and contracts to ensure alignment with

applicable laws and SU's interests.

  • Providing detailed commentary and ensuring that amendments safeguard the University's position.

  • Legal opinions

  • Preparing thorough, balanced legal opinions on requested matters.

  • Ensuring that opinions provide clear, practical guidance aligned with SU's best interests.

  • Liaising with external law firms and stakeholders

  • Acting as internal liaison and communication coordinator for external legal counsel, particularly in litigation matters, as well as any

contract-related matters.

  • Maintaining effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers.

  • Legal risk management

  • Identifying, assessing, and managing legal risks.

  • Contributing to policy, guideline, and process development aimed at mitigating legal risk.

  • Reviewing and introducing controls to minimise exposure to legal liability.

  • General and administrative duties

  • Working closely and independently with the Senior Legal Advisor and Legal Advisors: Commercial Contracts.

  • Drafting reports and providing timely feedback on consultations and legal developments.
  • Maintaining proper filing, document management, and administrative records.

Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes

  • LLB or relevant professional law degree.
  • Admission as an attorney or similar registration, OR at least three years' experience as an in-house legal advisor or within a higher

education/regulatory environment.

  • At least two years' post-admission experience (if admitted).
  • Knowledge of higher education legislation and related regulatory frameworks (e.g. the Higher Education Act, POPIA, PAIA).
  • Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and policy documents.
  • The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Proficiency with MS Office and online research tools.
  • Experience in liaising with external legal providers and institutional stakeholders.
  • A high level of responsibility, sound judgement, and independent decision-making ability.
  • Strong facilitation and coordination skills.
  • The ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities.
  • Professional, courteous, and diplomatic communication style.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail.

Recommendation/Aanbeveling

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Prior experience within higher education or another regulated environment.
  • Demonstrated experience with or working knowledge of legal risk management.
  • Exposure to contract drafting, policy review, and compliance matters.
  • The ability to provide pragmatic legal guidance aligned with institutional objectives.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and confidence in stakeholder engagement.

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