• Full Time
  • Nelspruit, South Africa

Department of Justice and Constitutional Development

Assistant Master (MR3-MR5)

Company: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development

The national department responsible for supporting South Africa’s justice system, court administration, and constitutional governance.

Location: Gauteng
Employment Type: Full Time
Experience Level: Mid-Level (2+ years)
Education Requirement: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent
Field: Legal Services

Important Notice:

Never pay any fees for recruitment processes. Official applications are free of charge.

Position Requirements:

  • LLB degree or equivalent 4-year legal qualification
  • Minimum 2 years post-qualification legal experience
  • Working knowledge of key legislation:
    • Administration of Estates Act
    • Mental Health Act
    • Insolvency Act
    • Companies/Close Corporations Acts
    • Trust Property Control Act
  • Experience in High Court Master’s Office operations

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage estate administration (deceased and insolvent)
  • Oversee guardianship funds and trust operations
  • Supervise curatorship administration
  • Direct service point operations
  • Team leadership and personnel management

Application Process:

Qualified candidates should submit official applications through the Department of Justice recruitment portal.

This position requires strict adherence to legal regulations and ethical standards. Candidates will undergo standard government employment verification processes.

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