Paralegal

Looking for your next move as a Paralegal in Vryburg? A role has just opened that gives you real responsibility and a clear path forward in North West.

About the Opportunity

The Paralegal vacancy forms part of how the Vryburg branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the legal and security jobs side of the business moving forward.

Importantly, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Paralegal taking on this position.

Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Paralegal to step into the legal and security jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.

Why This Role

Importantly, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this legal and security jobs role in Vryburg; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for North West.

Practically speaking, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.

Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.

Your Team

In addition, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Vryburg office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when North West operations get busy.

Notably, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Vryburg will be explained during the hiring process.

Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor CCTV systems and respond to alarms and incidents
• Manage matter files, court diaries and litigation deadlines
• Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
• Conduct legal research and prepare opinions for the legal team
• Coordinate with SAPS and emergency services during incidents
• Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
• Draft, review and amend commercial contracts and service agreements
• Liaise with the Sheriff, Master’s Office and external counsel

What You’ll Need

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s licence where required for the advertised duties; transport arrangements should support the scheduled shifts
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
• 2+ years’ relevant experience in legal or security operations
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure incidents
• Relevant qualification: LLB, paralegal diploma or PSIRA grading as required
• Able to perform the essential duties of a site-based security role safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable

If your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.