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Architect · 10+ years exp

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Job Mail is a South African online job board offering a large selection of vacancies across the country and some positions abroad. Job seekers can search and apply for jobs online, upload a CV and receive job alerts, while employers and recruitment agencies can advertise positions to a broad national audience. The brand is one of the longer-established names in South African job advertising and is operated from South Africa.

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COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

An LLB Degree or any equivalent and related legal qualifications at NQF level 8
Must be admitted as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of SA, in good standing.
At least ten (10) years post admission experience as a legal practitioner in practice, of which five (5) years must be at Court / Legal Management experience
Extensive experience and knowledge of court processes, such as Magistrate Court, High Court, Supreme Court of Appeal, Land Court and Labour Courts and the Constitutional Court.
Demonstrated ability to train Candidate Attorneys.
Excellent leadership and people development skills with a track record in training Candidate Attorneys and newly appointed legal practitioners.
Experience in budget preparation and management thereof.
Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word and Outlook) an advantage.
Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, program management, and team leadership.
Strong understanding of legal principles, ethics, and standards of practice relevant to the organization's mission.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and represent the organization professionally.
Proven ability to manage budgets, allocate resources, and make sound financial decisions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, develop solutions, and drive results.
Commitment to social justice, equality, and the empowerment of marginalized communities.