| Location | KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg |
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| Reference Number | LAO/LS/032024 |
| Salary | MR3: R337 563 - R385 965 per annum MR4: R403 929 - R461 838 per annum MR5: R483 219 - R685 812 per annum Dependant on number of years of post qualification relevant experience [as per the provisions contained within the Occupational Specific Dispensation (OSD) for Legally Qualified Personnel in the Public Service] |
| Centre / Location | Head Office, Pietermaritzburg |
| Closing Date | August 14, 2026 |
| Source and Application | Download |
Requirements
A Grade 12 plus an appropriate Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or equivalent qualification. MR3: At least 2 years’ appropriate post-qualification legal experience and MR4: At least 5 years’ appropriate post-qualification legal experience and MR5: At least 8 years’ appropriate post-qualification legal experience. Experience preferably in commercial litigation, property law/conveyancing and contract drafting matters. Admission as an Attorney or an Advocate. Computer Literacy in Word processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation and email software programmes & a valid driver’s licence.
Duties
Interpret, draft and edit a wide variety of legal documents such as a contract, guarantees etc. in order to protect the interests of the Department. Providing litigation advisory services for the Department. Provide accurate and well – researched legal opinions and advice. Advising and dealing with general public service and policy issues, ensuring compliance with legislation and keeping abreast of legal developments and conducting research on the law. Developing and drafting of provincial legislation as required by the Department. Assist with the development of Departmental policies.
Enquiries
Ms A Khan Tel No: (033) 355 5666
How to Apply
Please forward applications quoting reference number to: Human Resource Management, Niemeyer Memorial Hospital, Private Bag X1004, Utrecht, 2980 email: [email protected]
Notes
Directions to Candidates: The following documents must be submitted: Applications are not required to submit copies of qualification and other relevant document on application but must submit the Employment Form (Z83) and the detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of certificates and other relevant documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidate on or before the interviews. Therefore only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. It will be expected candidate(s) to be available for interview process on a day, all shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on form Z83 e.g. Reference Number (NMH/THRT2026) Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify the applicants. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the State Security Agency (SAA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers. Please note that due to a large number of applications received, applications will not be acknowledged, however, only the short-listed applicants will be advised of the outcome. Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Please note that no S&T payments will be considered for payment to candidates that are Invited for interview. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity at all levels of different Occupational Categories in the Department).
Source / Circular Reference
PSV Circular 26 of 2026, Post 26/166