Legal Officer (paralegal)

SUMMARY:
Our client in the financial services sector requires a Legal Officer (paralegal) to provide legal and administrative support to the legal function of the business, assisting with contract administration, litigation support, regulatory compliance and the management of legal documentation relating to asset finance transactions.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

Legal Administration

• Maintain and manage legal files, contracts and documentation relating to asset finance agreements.
• Assist with drafting standard legal documents, correspondence and notices.
• Manage document execution processes and ensure proper record keeping

• Support the legal head in litigation and debt recovery matters.
• Prepare legal bundles, court documentation and supporting records for external attorneys.
• Liaise with collection agencies and sheriffs where required.
• Track progress of litigation and recovery matters.

• Assist with reviewing and administering asset finance agreements, security documents and guarantees.
• Monitor contractual obligations and expiry dates.
• Maintain registers of agreements, securities and legal documentation.

• Assist with compliance monitoring relating to relevant legislation (e.g. National Credit Act, Companies Act, POPIA).
• Support internal compliance and governance processes.
• Maintain records required for audits and regulatory reporting.
• Legal Research
• Conduct basic legal research on legislation, case law and regulatory requirements relevant to asset finance.

• Liaise with internal departments such as credit, risk, recoveries and operations regarding legal documentation and processes.

• Certificate or Diploma in Paralegal Studies, Legal Administration, or Law.
• 3–5 years’ experience in a legal support or paralegal role.
• Experience in commercial finance, banking, asset finance, or debt recovery litigation would be advantageous.

• Strong document management and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple legal files and deadlines.
• Good understanding of legal documentation and litigation processes.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with confidential information.