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Whether you are an experienced Legal Researcher or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in De Aar. The team hires on merit and across communities in Northern Cape.
About This Position
This Legal Researcher role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for De Aar. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the legal and security jobs pipeline across Northern Cape.
The role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The De Aar operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its De Aar teams, and the new Legal Researcher will feel that from the first week.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Legal Researcher 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.
Working in De Aar
Working in De Aar means a place in the Kathu iron ore belt, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Northern Cape region, and the De Aar office benefits from those long-standing connections.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around De Aar.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in De Aar, Northern Cape.
Many candidates already living within reach of De Aar cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Northern Cape economy.
Why Join Us
Equally, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this legal and security jobs role in De Aar; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Northern Cape.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
In addition, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Importantly, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Career Growth
Equally, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the legal and security jobs team in De Aar have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every De Aar team member.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Notably, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in De Aar have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Northern Cape.
Your Workplace
Beyond that, the environment is process-driven and regulation-aware. Whether you are at a desk or on site, attention to detail, calm conduct and accurate reporting are non-negotiable.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the De Aar site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
In addition, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Northern Cape.
Practically speaking, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Your Team
In addition, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the De Aar office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Northern Cape operations get busy.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Beyond that, the team structure and working relationships for this role in De Aar 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 Outputs
- Operate access control points and verify visitor credentials
- Maintain FICA and KYC records in line with regulatory requirements
- Draft, review and amend commercial contracts and service agreements
- Support investigations into theft, fraud and policy breaches
- Track legal and regulatory changes and advise the business on impact
- Conduct searches and inspections in line with site procedures
Essential Criteria
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
- Active PSIRA registration at the appropriate grade for security roles
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and refresher training
- Strong report-writing skills with accurate, factual content
- 2+ years’ relevant experience in legal or security operations
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.