Legal Counsellor at LEGALWISE

About the position

Do you stand for justice, fairness and honesty in a democratic society?
Do you believe in protecting the legal rights of Namibians, whoever the transgressor?
We cherish our independence and our power to act without interference. We give our Members legal power to enforce and defend their rights through professional legal representation. If our commitment to society resonates with your character, then please respond to this call to join our team of LegalWise Champions.
Would you say that:

• You produce high quality, detailed work?
• You are a compassionate listener and advisor?
• You possess sound Legal knowledge?
• You conduct yourself in a professional and highly engaging manner?

Then look no further, LegalWise is where you should be living your purpose and your commitment to the Law.
Here is what your main responsibility will entail:

• Render legal support and service to our Members through efficient progress reporting.
• Attend to files providing consistent feedback and resolution on the [Email Address Removed] includes, but not limited to:
• Conducting consultations
• Providing legal advice
• Drafting correspondence
• Perusing and attending incoming correspondence
• Updating electronic files frequently and in-line with Company Standard

These are the following prerequisites to join our Company:

• 2 year paralegal diploma 3-5 years' experience or an LLB degree with 1-3 year experience
• Must be proficient in English and one other African language.

LegalWise is committed to protecting your privacy. Your information will be used properly, lawfully, securely and transparently for the purpose of recruitment processes. LegalWise has implemented appropriate technical and organisational information security measures to help keep your information secure, accurate and current.

Please note that LegalWise applies all recruitment and selection processes to the requirements of the EE plan and is committed to transformation.

Desired Skills:

• Paralegal
• Legal Advise
• Legal Drafting
• Legal Consultations

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years Legal Advisory

Desired Qualification Level:

• Diploma