Legal Administrator

1 week ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Mukuru Full time R104 000 - R208 000 per year

Mukuru is one of Africa's leading fintech companies, making financial services simple, affordable, and accessible to everyone. Our Legal team plays a vital role in ensuring we operate with integrity, compliance, and excellence across multiple regions.

We're looking for a Legal Administrator who is passionate about organisation, detail, and efficiency — someone who loves making sure every "i" is dotted and every "t" is crossed. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to grow your career in legal and compliance within a dynamic fintech, this could be your next step

What You'll Do

As a Legal Administrator, you'll be the backbone of the Legal team — ensuring all documentation, processes, and systems are accurate, up to date, and compliant.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Providing administrative support to the Legal team, including managing documentation and follow-ups.

  • Maintaining an efficient filing system (digital and physical) for contracts, NDAs, leases, and service provider agreements.

  • Assisting with the preparation, review, and finalisation of basic legal agreements.

  • Managing and updating legal schedules (NDA, Lease, Agent, and Service Provider records).

  • Coordinating meetings, communications, and legal correspondence with internal and external stakeholders.

  • Supporting the Legal Counsel with audits, research, and reporting.

  • Staying informed on developments in the legal and regulatory environment.

What You'll Bring

  • Grade 12 / Matric (Essential)

  • LLB degree or currently studying toward one (Essential)

  • 2+ years of administrative experience (Essential)

  • Experience in a commercial legal environment (Desirable)

  • Strong computer literacy (MS Office Suite) and excellent typing skills

  • Attention to detail, organisation, and the ability to multitask under pressure

Skills That Will Set You Apart

  • Strong written and verbal communication

  • Analytical and research skills

  • Planning, organising, and prioritising multiple tasks

  • A proactive and solutions-focused mindset

  • Ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders

I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited" Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need

Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a 'work-like' environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.

If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY'S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS

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